Public Services and Personal Development Level 1

Kickstart a career in this exciting sector as you learn the skills needed to progress.

  • Study Mode

    Full-time

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Location

    City of Oxford College

  • Pathway

    Public Services

Embark upon a rewarding journey with the BETEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies, focusing on Public Services. This programme offers a comprehensive introduction to the public services sector, developing key skills in problem-solving, communication and teamwork, preparing you for a range of careers.

You will learn a range of topics:

  • Responding to incidents
  • Planning and navigating a route
  • Keeping active and healthy
  • Organising a meeting
  • Contribute to running an event

As part of the course, there are a number of trips, some of which are at an additional cost, and a bursary is available

You will learn in a supportive environment with mixed delivery in classroom sessions and outdoor activities.

You will learn through practical assessment and real-world scenarios combined with small written assessments to gain invaluable experience and confidence to pursue further education.

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to a Level 2 course in several areas: Public Services, Sport, Business, Early Years, Health and Social Care.

This course will help you to develop the skills for a range of careers.

You will need GCSE grade 2 in English and maths, plus 2 additional GCSEs at grades 1-2.

You will also need a notebook and a selection of stationery and pens. A laptop would be preferable, but these can be obtained through the college Learning Environment

This is a uniformed course, therefore you will be required to purchase a uniform through the college, in addition to clothing suitable for sport and outdoor activity.

Explore your career progression options

If you are considering applying for this programme, why not explore your potential career progression routes using our handy tool.

You can explore live job vacancies, next level qualifications and apprenticeship standards in your local area. Not only this but you can also watch videos of real people talking about their experiences of working in your specific industry or occupation of interest.

Why not visit us at an Open Event and find out more about this pathway.

Why City of Oxford College?

  • Clear routes of progression with qualifications ranging from foundation level to degree level!
  • Industry experienced teaching staff give you the responsibility and independence you need to take charge of your own future.
  • 150+

    courses available

  • £8m

    we’ve invested £8 million into our Technology campus

  • 80+

    years of teaching experience

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