This course is available at other locations:

Level 2 in Public Services

This course is designed for people who are interested in a career in the Public Services, e.g. ambulance, fire and rescue, police and prison services, as well as the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force. e.


The Level 2 Diploma provides opportunities for you to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life.

What Will I Learn?

You will study a range of units such as Employment in the Uniformed Public Services, Public Service Skills and Improving Health and Fitness for Entry to the Public Services. In addition to these units, you will study the Essential Skills of Communication, Application of Number and ICT.


Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at grades A*- D including Maths/Numeracy and English/Welsh, or completion of a full vocational programme at Level 1 which must also include GCSE Maths & English/Welsh at grades A*- D or equivalent such as Level 1 Communications and Application of Number. Learners on this course need to have satisfactory clearance with the Disclosure and Barring Service.


You will be invited to attend an interview. During this interview and will undertake an assessment in literacy and numeracy to establish any support required.

Assessment

To gain the Level 2 Diploma in Public Services you must complete a range of written and practical assessments. Assessment will cover practical skills, oral questioning, assignment work and written questions. You will receive feedback on your progress throughout the course. You will need to be prepared to participate in regular physical fitness activities and outdoor activities as part of your course assessments. You will also have to complete externally marked exams.

Career Progression

On successful completion of this course and gaining a distinction grade, you may be able to progress to the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services.

Further Notes

Purchase of Kit and/or Education Trips is required for this course. Please discuss this at interview stage with a tutor after you have applied. A tailored individual package will be developed for you depending on which course you have chosen

Apply Now Request A Callback
Course Details
Level:Level 2
Mode:Full Time
Start Date:02/09/2024
Location:Nantgarw
Course Code:01F205NA
Fees
FT Registration Fee: £15

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

Future Careers
What You Could Earn:
As NCOs and Other Ranks:
What You Could Earn:
As Police Officers (Sergeant and Below):
What You Could Earn:
As Fire Service Officers (Watch Manager and Below):
What You Could Earn:
As Prison Service Officers (Below Principal Officer):
What Learners Say
Select Location
Choose Location

Aberdare

Wellington Street
Aberdare
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF44 8EN

Nantgarw

Heol y Coleg
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QY

Rhondda

Llwynypia
Tonypandy
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF40 2TQ

Ystrad Mynach

Twyn Road
Ystrad Mynach
Hengoed
CF82 7XR

  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
  • Associate
Link takes you to our YouTube page Link takes you to our Instagram page Accessibility
Staff / Student Access News and Blogs ALN