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Course Overview

Level 2 Public Services is an exciting and practical course for learners who are interested in a career in the uniformed public services, such as the police, fire and rescue service, armed forces, ambulance service, or prison and probation services.

The course helps students develop the knowledge, skills and personal qualities needed to succeed in public service roles. Learners will explore topics such as the role of public services, teamwork, leadership, communication, health and fitness, and equality and diversity. There is a strong focus on developing discipline, confidence and resilience through practical activities and scenario‑based learning.

This qualification is ideal for students who want to progress to a Level 3 Public Services course, an apprenticeship, or employment within the public services, while building valuable transferable skills for any career pathway.

Equipment needed for this course is a sports kit, pens and paper.

Course Modules

Course Information

An average grade profile of grade 3's, with a minimum of a grade 2 in English and Maths.

A mix of internal assessments such as reports, presentations and practical assessments and external exams.

You have the possibility of progressing onto our Extended Diploma in Public Services, Level 3.

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Travel

The below travel map highlights the campuses where you can study this course.

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FREE SHUTTLE BUS | between Bromsgrove and Redditch campuses | the freedom to travel at any point of your college day.

Redditch

Redditch has many links to surrounding towns with a circular around Redditch itself including Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Kings Heath, Evesham, Droitwich, Solihull, Worcester, and Birmingham. The train and bus stations are in close proximity to one another and are a short walk to Peakman Campus and a slightly longer walk to Alliance House.

Redditch Train Station

  • Redditch station
    Bromsgrove Road
    Redditch
    Worcestershire
    B97 4RB
  • A 7-minute walk to Peakman Campus
  • A 15-minute walk to Alliance House

Redditch Bus Station

  • Redditch Bus Station
    Unit 6
    Evesham Street
    Redditch
    B97 4EX
  • An 8-minute walk to Peakman Campus
  • A 17-minute walk to Alliance House

Worcester

Worcester is accessible by bus and train with numerous links from all over the county and further. The bus and train stations are a short walk to all of our campuses with The Duckworth Centre of Engineering being a little further.

Worcester Train Station

  • Worcester Foregate Street Station
    Foregate Street
    Worcester
    Worcestershire
    WR1 1DB
  • An 8-minute walk to All Saints Building
  • A 9-minute walk to Cathedral Building
  • A 9-minute walk to St Andrews Building
  • A 9-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
  • A 5-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
  • A 23-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering

Worcester Bus Station

  • Worcester Crowngate
    Worcester
    WR1 3LE
  • A 6-minute walk to All Saints Building
  • A 7-minute walk to Cathedral Building
  • A 7-minute walk to St Andrews Building
  • A 7-minute walk to St Wulstan’s Building
  • A 4-minute walk to St Dunstan’s Building
  • A 24-minute walk to The Duckworth Centre of Engineering