This course will appeal to anyone who is either considering a career in the
uniformed public services or who aspires to being involved in a management role
in a public services-related career. Upon successful completion you would be
considered for advanced entry onto a relevant degree.
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Public Services Higher National Certificate/Diploma
Level 4 - Higher
Public Services Higher National Certificate/Diploma
This course looks in-depth at the skills required in the management of the
public services, whether this is within uniformed or non-uniformed public
services, e.g. Armed Forces, Emergency Services, Customs and Excise or the Home
Office. Should you want to join the Armed Forces as an officer, or consider any
of the other uniformed or non-uniformed public services, then this course will
enhance your teamwork and leadership skills and set you up with the confidence
and personal development to attain your goals. You will be introduced to all aspects of public service work and at the end
of this course, you should be able to make an informed judgement on your choice
of career.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
UCAS Tariff Points: 48 points
The tariff points can be made up of:
- A Levels (GCE and VCE): 2 A Levels at Grade D
- BTEC Extended Diploma: Grade PPP
- BTEC Diploma: Grade MP
- Access to HE: Grade P45
Minimum number of GCSEs at Grade C or above: 1
which must include: GCSE English: Grade C or 4
Are Level 2 equivalents accepted?: Yes
You will be assessed through coursework, assignments, presentations, practical sessions and projects.
After completing this course you may decide to continue with your studies and top up to a degree. Alternatively you may wish to choose from careers with the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces (officer level), Revenue and Customs officer or the Civil Service.
Year 1 modules:
- Contemporary Society
- Crime Reduction
- Equality and Diversity
- Law and Legal
- Mental health and Wellbeing
- Organisation Structures
- Small Scale Research
- Technology
Year 2 modules:
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Justice
- Reflective Practice
- Research Project
- Theories of Crime
- Training, Coaching and Mentoring
- Understanding and Leading Change