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Public Services BTEC Level 2
student profile
Alex Heys
BTEC Public Services Level 2
“I chose Runshaw because
I liked the look of the Public Services course and saw myself fitting in well here. The course is really interesting and the staff are very helpful. After college I am going to Greenwich University to study Paramedic Science.”
Teachers with
Industry Experience
Where are you going?
Armed Forces
Paramedic
Police Officer
Fitness Instructor
Prison Officer
What will I learn?
The course is delivered through a mixture of practical, theoretical and work-related tasks and activities where you get the chance to study many different aspects of all the public services, meet real life staff and officers, ask questions and get the advice and support you need to be able to join them. The subjects you will study are interesting and fun and will enable you to really excel in both academic and practical ability. You will learn about:
• employment opportunities
• teamwork skills
• expedition skills
• security in the services
• crime and its effects
• health and fitness
• emergency responses to incidents
In this safe and supportive environment, you will discover things about yourself that you never knew existed!
As part of the course you will also study English and Maths to develop your employability skills.
How will I be assessed?
The course is assessed continually throughout the year by coursework, and there will also be an exam for Unit 1.
What enrichment can I look forward to?
• outdoor pursuit activities
• residential trips
• The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme • Sports Academy
• teambuilding
• fundraising
• voluntary work
What progression is there?
Successful completion of this course may lead to progression onto a Level 3 course, employment or training.
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