Assessments and projects are chosen to help you progress to the next stage (this means some are set by the centre to meet local needs, while others are set by Pearson). You are required to apply your knowledge to a variety of assignments and activities, with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and higher-level thinking skills.
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Public Services
Subject Area
Uniformed and Protective Services
Uniformed and Protective Services
Qualification Gained
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Public Services
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Public Services
Study Level
University, Level 4
University, Level 4
Duration
1 year Full-time
1 year Full-time
Start Date
25/09/23
25/09/23
Study Mode
Full-time
Full-time
Institution
B60
B60
Overview
BTEC is one of the world’s most recognised applied learning brands with employers and higher educational establishments, providing Higher National qualifications in Public Services that are designed to address an increasing need for high quality professional and technical education pathways at Levels 4 and 5, providing you with a clear line of sight to employment or progression to further higher education study.
There is now a greater emphasis on employer engagement and work readiness and the qualifications are designed to reflect this, increasing the need for high quality professional and technical education pathways, engaging in practical, interpersonal and thinking skills. Having collaborated with a wide range of students, employers, higher education providers, colleges and subject experts to ensure that the new qualifications meets your needs and expectations in addition to working closely with the relevant Professional Bodies, to ensure alignment with recognised professional standards.
Key Info
You will first and foremost develop your team-working and leadership skills, as both will be vital in your future career. You will also be challenged academically, with all lectures being delivered from ex-service personnel who are also fully qualified, graduate teachers. Both these twin aims, practical skills combined with academic underpinnings will be achieved, by; lectures, research, practical activities, field trips, guest speakers, observed and assignment based assessments.
Core Units:
- Unit 1: Organisational Structures and Culture
- Unit 2: Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Unit 3: Equality, Diversity and Fair Treatment
- Unit 4: Public Services in Contemporary Society (Pearson-set).
You will follow a general pathway undertaking the core units, any two specialist units, plus two optional units all set by the delivery team.
Specialist Pathway Units:
Civil Protection:
- Unit 5: Integrated Emergency Management
- Unit 6: Terrorism and Counter-terrorism
Crime and Criminal Justice:
- Unit 7: Law and Legal Systems
- Unit 8: Crime Reduction and Community Safety
Public Service Management:
- Unit 9: Project Management
- Unit 10: Government and Politics
Blue Light Services:
- Unit 11: Community Engagement
- Unit 12: Responding to Emergencies
Optional Units:
- Unit 14: Crime and Substance Mis-use
- Unit 15: Modern Warfare and Conflict
- Unit 22: Fitness Preparation and Testing
- Unit 27: Psychology of Behaviour
- Unit 28: Small Scale Research Project in Public Services
Entry to this course requires an English and Maths qualification at Level 4 and a Level 3 in a related subject area. You will also be required to complete a screening interview.
Assessments and projects are chosen to help you progress to the next stage (this means some are set by the Centre to meet local needs, while others are set by Pearson). You are required to apply your knowledge to a variety of assignments and activities, with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and higher-level thinking skills.
Successful completion can lead to progression to further study or employment. You may choose to progress onto the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Public Services. Careers include:
- Police Officer
- Fire Service Officer
- Armed Forces
- Border Force
- Community Worker
- Ambulance Call Handler/Emergency Medical Dispatcher
- Other roles related to Public Services
Fees
TBC
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