Free Level 3 Public Services Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Gateshead College Academy For Sport, full-time during the day.
The course runs for around 10 months. You'll study the skills and knowledge needed for careers in the uniformed public services. Topics include the police, fire service, armed forces, paramedics, and local government roles. The course also covers social work, probation, and youth community services. You'll need five GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above, including English.
You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel 90-credit Diploma in Public Services at Level 3.
This course has been designed to help you gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to work in the public uniformed services including the armed forces, police, fire or paramedics, or in a local or national government. It's also valuable for those aiming for a career in social work, probation service and the youth community services.
What will I study?
Throughout this qualification you will develop the knowledge, understanding and skills you need for successful employment in public services at officer or operative level. Units studied usually include:
-Government, Policies and the Public Services
-Leadership and Teamwork
-Citizenship
-Crime and Custodial Care
-Psychology
-Fitness Testing
-Team Sports
You'll also get involved in project work, sport and fitness development and team activities. You'll be assessed through a series of assignments and activities, with no formal exam.
Work Experience:
We have very strong links with public services in the region, enabling us to offer you valuable first hand experienceand practical activites. These have included:
-Personal Development days with the Army, Navy and RAF
-Insight and adventure day with the Royal Marines
-Role playing with the Police during a major incident scenario exercise
-Visits to the Prisons
-Insight days with the Fire and Rescue Services
-Plus many other trips and guest speakers.
What can I do after the course?
You can either apply for work in the Uniformed Services or for a University course. The 2 full years of this programme is equivalent to 3 A Levels.
Uniform:
Throughout the course you will need to wear Gateshead College polo shirt and hooded sweatshirt, which you can buy at your induction.
Qualifications Needed: 5 Grade C (4) or above at GCSE, including English. Mature candidates with a different entry profile will be considered depending on interview- please contact the college.
Required Experience: We welcome all applicants without any prior experience or knowledge in this area. You will need motivation to achieve and have a passion to gain skills enabling you to progress this as a career in the future.
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