BTEC Level 2 Certificate and Diploma in Preparation for Public Service is aimed at students who have chosen to focus their learning and career development within the public services sector. It is an engaging and stimulating qualification which will prepare students for successful performance in working life and progression by developing a range of essential skills, techniques and attitudes.
This qualification has been developed to ensure students develop the skills and behaviours that will give them the best opportunity to be successful when applying for work in public services.
The qualification contains both mandatory and optional units which relate directly to the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers in the public services sector.
In addition, students will develop transferable and practical skills in communication, professional behaviours in the workplace, reflective practice and preparing for interviews to secure employment.
Unit 1: Public Service Skills and Support for the Community - students develop public service skills and learn how to apply and review these when supporting the community and individual groups within society.
Unit 2: Employment in Uniformed Public Services - students will study the career pathways in the uniformed public services including the roles and responsibilities and the skills needed to successfully take part in the recruitment process.
Unit 3: Health and Fitness for Entry into the Uniformed Public Services - students study the major body systems and the different lifestyle factors. They will explore the different public service health and fitness requirements and participate in the different fitness tests.
Unit 4: Activities and Teamwork for the Public Services - students study how teams are built and leaders develop through training. They examine theories and participate in team building activities as well as learning the importance of leadership.
Unit 5: Sport and Recreation in the Public Services - students study the importance of sport and recreation to the public services. They will explore different sports, rules, regulations, tactics and participate in different sports.
Approximately 40% of the course is practical and 60% is classroom work. There will be regular walks in the local area to practise navigation skills and camp-craft. Taking part in a range of sports and fitness activities is a fundamental part of the course.