This 2-year course is designed to prepare you for employment in the public services, such as the fire service, police, armed forces or related civilian occupations or for entry to university. It covers topics such as team leadership, citizenship and diversity, international institutions and human rights, understanding the impact of war, conflict and terrorism, outdoor and adventurous expeditions, crime and its effects on society, planning and management of major incidents, security procedures and police powers. The college has close links with Isleworth Fire Station, which means you will have opportunities for 'real' public service training.
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About the Course
You will study:
- Government policies and the services
- Team leadership in the public services
- Citizenship in the public services
- Citizenship and diversity
- Fitness testing and training
- Understanding discipline
- Physical preparation, health and lifestyle
- International institutions and human rights
- Understanding the impact of war, conflict and terrorism
- Outdoor and adventurous expeditions
- Crime and its effects on society
- Command and control
- Responding to incidents
- Planning and management of major incidents
- Practical team sports
- Exercise, health and lifestyle
- Instructing physical activity and exercise
- Police powers
- Behaviour in public service employment.
This course consists of the 90-credit Diploma in Year 1 followed by the Extended Diploma in Year 2.
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Additional Costs
Additional Fees
£30 uniform.
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Entry Requirements
At least 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C / grades 9-4, or a merit or distinction in a relevant subject at Level 2 with functional skills in English and maths. If you need advice before you apply, please call 020 8326 2020 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Progression
You can apply for employment in the public services, e.g. fire service, police, armed forces and related civilian occupations, or you may wish to progress to a higher education programme.
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Assessment Method
The course is 100% coursework ranging from report writing to practical assessments.
