Public Services - Level 3 Triple Diploma

Start Date	Location	Duration
07/09/2021	Bispham Campus	2 Years	Apply

Course Overview

Public Services at Blackpool and the Fylde College is an exciting, active and rewarding course delivered by tutors who are experts in their field, these experts can provide you with all the support and guidance you need to get you qualified and employed or for you to progress onto higher level courses.

You will learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities will be both practical and theory based and include where possible vocational experts currently serving in the Uniformed Public Services.

The course is over one academic year and you will study eight topics listed below worth 1.5 A'Levels.

You will study the following units:

Government, Policies and the Public Services (10 credits)
Leadership and Team work in the Public Services (15 credits)
Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services (15 credits)
Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public Services (10 credits)
Physical Preparation, Health and Lifestyle in the Public Services (10 credits)
Fitness testing in the Uniformed Public Services (10 credits)
Crime and its effects on society (10 credits)
Responding to Emergency Incidents (10 credits)

You will also have a dedicated PE practical session each week which you must participate in.

As part of your Programme of Study, you will also cover the following area. You must complete all of these qualifications to be successful:

Developmental maths and English programme
Tutorial – you will have a one to one every 4 – 5 weeks with your tutor to assess your progress and set targets
Work Experience and Volunteering programme- employer visits, hands on experiences, guest speakers from industry experts.

Entry Requirements

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (previously grade C) or above, including English and Maths OR a First Diploma at merit plus English and Maths at grade 4/C.

All 16-18 year old applicants will be invited to attend an interview to meet a tutor and ask any questions they may have about the course.

Qualification Obtained

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services

Essential Skills – English and Maths

If you achieve a grade 3 in GCSE Maths or English you will have to work towards re-sitting these subjects as part of your main study programme. At B&FC, this won’t delay your career journey because you’re working towards these subjects at the same time as your chosen subject.

Career Options and Progression

Assessment Methods

Teaching and Learning Methods

Our teaching methods are interactive, learner centred and up to date. Every lesson will have planned objectives, a starter activity, learning chunks and a plenary. The main learning activities will be structured to meet different needs, so learners can work at different speeds. Where possible, Lecturers will try to make learning as practical and as hands on as possible, to enhance the learning experience. Individualised teaching and learning suiting all preferred learning styles is key to the delivery of all courses within the School. Lectures, Industry visits, Guest Speakers, Workshops, Group work, Internet and learning resource centre based research, practical sessions are just a few of our methods.

Industry Placement and Field Trips

Other Costs and Equipment Needed

Expert Tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of further education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

Tuition Fees

Students who are 18 or under and resident in the EU pay no course fees. Read our tuition fees guide for students 19 and over.