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Free Level 2 Public Services Course in Nantwich

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Public Services Course in Nantwich. Classes run at Reaseheath College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. This public services qualification combines classroom learning with outdoor activities including kayaking, climbing, sailing, and bushcraft. You'll develop teamwork, leadership, citizenship, and fitness skills that employers in the emergency and armed services value. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Public Services.

Who this course is for

If you like a challenge and want to combine your ambition for a career in the public services with outdoor adventure, then youre looking at the right course.

Youll work on essential industry skills such as team working, citizenship, leadership and fitness. Theres also plenty of opportunity to participate in a range of outdoor activities including kayaking, canoeing, climbing, bushcraft, sailing, walking and navigation.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above including English and Maths, or Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Public Services

What you will learn

  • You'll develop teamwork and leadership skills in practical settings.
  • You'll build physical fitness and understand its role in public services careers.
  • You'll practise outdoor navigation, including walking and map reading.
  • You'll take part in water-based activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and sailing.
  • You'll learn climbing and bushcraft skills.
  • You'll study citizenship and the responsibilities of public service roles.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how emergency and uniformed services operate.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and practical, combining taught sessions with outdoor activities. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Extended Certificate is unit-based, using assignments, projects, and practical assessments rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the units as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Reaseheath College will confirm anything else you need before you start. For outdoor activity sessions, appropriate clothing and footwear are likely to be discussed at enrolment.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Firefighter: entry-level role in the fire and rescue service.
  • Police community support officer: supporting local policing teams.
  • Army soldier: entry-level role across British Army trades.
  • Royal Navy rating: starting rank for naval service careers.
  • Paramedic (trainee): foundation step toward ambulance service roles.
  • Prison officer: custody and rehabilitation work in the prison service.
  • Outdoor activity instructor: leading groups in adventure and outdoor settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services: a natural next step if you want to go deeper into public services study before applying to the uniformed services or higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport: broadens your options if outdoor education or sport coaching interests you.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or the Fire Service: earn while you train in a uniformed service role.
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