BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate Public Services

You will

• have the opportunity to work towards achieving Functional Skills in English and Maths, Edexcel Work Skills, as well as various opportunities for volunteering
• have opportunities to visit a variety of public service organisations and gain knowledge of the industry from guest speakers
• have plenty of chances to take part in team building activities

You will study a range of units from the following:

• The Role and Work of the Public Services(Exam)
• Citizenship, Society, and the Public Services (Exam)
• Working Skills in the Public Service Sector
• Crime and Effects on Society and Individuals
• Community and Cultural Awareness
• Expeditions by Map and Compass
• Security Procedures
• Health and Lifestyle
• Employment in Public Service
  
  
  You will be assessed through a range of practical activities, projects, short tasks, and presentations, as well as written, work-based assignments and exams to test your knowledge, skills, and understanding.

• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, one being in English Language or Maths. (Neither English Language or Maths can be lower than grade 2)

• A Level 1 qualification, such as a BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Public Services, plus an ability to operate at Level 1 in either English and Maths.

• Mature students will be considered based on their previous qualifications and/or relevant work experience.

Successful completion of this course will enhance your chance of progressing on to the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Public Services at Loughborough College. The direction you choose could be towards a uniformed or non-uniformed public service career.

This course can also act as a stepping stone to a range of careers not necessarily related to the public services, such as in the sport or business sectors.