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Free Level 1 BTEC Public Services Course in Widnes – Cronton Sixth Form College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Public Services Course in Widnes. Classes run at Cronton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This free btec introductory diploma in public services course is for school leavers with at least four GCSEs at grade 9-2 or above, including English Language and Maths. Over one year, you'll build practical skills in self-management, communication, and working safely, alongside knowledge of the sport, leisure, and uniformed services sectors.

Who this course is for

Aimed at School Leavers. Students studying these qualifications will cover a broad range of subjects across the sector of Public Services industries such as Emergency Services, Armed Services, Local Authority, Custodial Services, the Criminal Justice sector as well as Voluntary and Charitable Organisations.Learners will benefit from a large selection of Industry based employees coming to visit the college to speak to students and engage them in related activities.Students may take part in a five day residential placement at an army base to help develop independent living skills, fitness and confidence levels and teamwork. Learners will participate in a variety of both land and water based activities which may include walking in Wales, Yorkshire and Cheshire, Mountain Biking, BMX biking, as well as local bouldering, climbing, kayaking and raft building.In the final term learners will take part in an expedition locally where they will be assessed on map reading and compass work, camp craft, teamwork and leadership as well as improving their fitness levels. Students will experience a wide variety of volunteering opportunities and benefit from our invaluable links with local and national public services. Visits from guest speakers will enhance their learning and future career opportunities.

Entry requirements

Your GCSE results will determine the level you start at:

Level 3 - Five or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language and Maths

Level 2 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-3 including English Language and Maths

Level 1 - Four or more GCSEs at grade 9-2 including English Language and Maths

Specific grades are required in certain subjects. Find out about individual entry requirements within the course information on the college website or at your college interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop self-management skills used in public and uniformed services roles.
  • You'll practise communication skills in practical, work-related situations.
  • You'll learn how to work safely in sport, leisure, and public services environments.
  • You'll explore the skills and knowledge needed for careers in uniformed services.
  • You'll build work skills that employers in the sport and leisure sector look for.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full-time across the week. The course is structured around practical units and work skills units. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams, in line with the BTEC approach. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply skills in realistic work-related contexts throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cronton Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Community support worker. Entry-level role in local public services.
  • Leisure centre assistant. Supporting sport and leisure activities day to day.
  • Youth worker assistant. Working with young people in community settings.
  • Cadet instructor assistant. Supporting uniformed cadet programmes.
  • Sports coach assistant. Helping to deliver sport sessions in community venues.
  • Customer service advisor. Front-facing role in public or leisure organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Sport. The natural next step after this course, building on sport and leisure knowledge.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Uniformed Services. Develops knowledge of the police, fire, and armed forces for those focused on a uniformed career.
  • Level 3 qualifications in Public Services or Sport. For those aiming toward higher education or more senior roles in the sector.
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