Level 1 (Uniformed) Public Services

Full Time

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Course Code

QHS1ZH04/BAFAP

Course Level

Level 1

Where will this course lead?

This course is ideal for candidates who express interest in the emergency services or armed forces. This qualification will not guarantee you a job in the public services, however it will set you up with the appropriate skills that employers look on favourably.

What will I study?

Public Service Careers
Improving Health and Fitness
Personal Skills for Public Services
Practical Teamwork
Map Reading
Planning and Participating
Public Service Project
Introduction to Expedition Skills
Leadership

Maths, English and IT will be an important part of your course. You will continue to develop these skills and may work towards a qualification at an appropriate level.

How will this course be delivered?

The majority of the time will be in the classroom. However, you will also be active in attending outdoor recreation centres, participating in a range of land-based and water-based activities. Sport and outdoor recreation is an important part of the curriculum in developing your health & fitness and developing your confidence in working with your peers and instructors. You to will use the newly developed indoor sports hall and gymnasium on Blossomfield Campus

What qualifications will I get?

BTEC Diploma in Public Services (QCF)

How will I be assessed?

To pass this course you will complete assignments throughout the year. Assignments will include project work, training sessions, essays & reports, role-plays and practical fitness and teamwork sessions.

How do I get a place on the course?

Places are offered by interview and attendance of a welcome day.

What are the entry requirements?

2 GCSE grades at E or above. Progression from an entry level 3 certificate or above. You will need to have a suitable reference and undertake a successful interview.

If you have Learning Difficulty or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.

What else do I need to know?

You will need to dress smartly and wear an appropriate uniform. You will be expected to attend residential trips during the autumn and summer term.

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

Upon successful completion of this course and a progress interview, students may move onto the Level 2 course.

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

The cost of the course is £250 which must be paid in one payment.

In addition to this, Uniform must also be bought within the six week probation period beginning September.

Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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