Public Services Course Booklet 2021

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CONTENTS Quarry Hill Campus

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Vocational Qualifications vs A Levels

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NCFE Level 1 Diploma in Uniformed Services

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NCFE Level 2 Diploma for entry to the Uniformed Services

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Military Preparation

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NCFE Level 3 Diploma / Extended Diploma for entry to the Uniformed Services

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Course Information

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Case Study: Ben Collins

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Employer Engagement

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Case Study: Zach Schofield

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West Yorkshire Police Role Plays

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Volunteering Opportunities

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Case Study: Dave Jones

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QUARRY HILL Based in the Cultural Quarter of Leeds, Quarry Hill Campus is our new £60m campus. A blend of green scenery and modern architecture, the building features tree etchings designed by our Creative Arts team and nostalgic photographs of former residents.

Quarry Hill Campus boasts specialist fitness training facilities, a cooking room, and modern engaging learning spaces. With cutting-edge facilities and schools priding themselves on industry links, the campus is unrivalled in the region.

Here you can find: Leeds City College Public Services Quarry Hill Campus Playhouse Square | Leeds LS2 7BS 14-minute walk from the train station 2-minute walk from the bus station

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VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS VS A LEVELS Vocational qualifications are an alternative to A levels and a viable route to university. Despite common misconceptions, these qualifications are just as valuable as A level qualifications and are highly regarded by many universities and employers alike.

Vocational qualifications are perfect for students who know exactly what they want to do, are passionate about their favourite subject and can’t wait to get stuck in.

Benefits of vocational qualifications: • Students can connect with industry experts.

• Students gain industry insight from guest lectures, placements, live projects and more.

• Students gain the practical skills and experience demanded by employers.

• Students experience focused teaching around their chosen subject.

• Students train in specialised facilities reflecting real-world environments.

• Students are taught by tutors with real industry experience.

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• Our vocational qualifications have built-in academic skills modules to support progression to further study, higher education, apprenticeships or employment.

• Many vocational qualifications emphasise coursework over exams.

• Many vocational qualifications are built around industry needs.

• Some vocational qualifications provide more UCAS points than A levels.

PC Mohammed Akash Police service

Kamil Price Studying Youth Work and Community Development at Derby University High School Roundhay High School

“The Public Service students were a great bunch of people to meet. As a former student and now a serving Police Officer, I was invited back by the Public Service teachers to work with the students on their careers unit and encouraged them to take part in mock police interviews. They were keen to learn about my role as a police officer, and take the opportunity to ask questions to further their pathway into my chosen career.

They’re a great bunch who certainly have the ambition to succeed.”

“I finished the Public Services course in summer 2019 and the next step was to get into university. I wasn’t full of hope about getting a place but with support from the tutors I managed to secure one. The tutors also helped me to up my educational skills before going into higher education. I also volunteered with CATCH alongside my studies. Without the support and guidance from college, I don’t think I would have gotten into a university.”

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NCFE LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA IN UNIFORMED SERVICES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Two GCSEs at Grade 4 including English & Maths DURATION: 1 Year

STUDY TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Quarry Hill Campus

Enforce your career as a police officer, firefighter, paramedic, soldier, or prison officer. With this course, you will complete team-building activities, fitness training, crime scene investigation, as well as a wide variety of volunteering opportunities. As part of the course, you will visit the uniformed services at their headquarters or barracks to gain industry insight.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards a career in the uniformed services, then this is the course for you. You will study in industry-standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

UNITS / MODULES During this course, you will learn to: • Investigate employment opportunities in the uniformed services.

• Develop well-being and physical fitness.

• Build good team-working skills.

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• Investigate crime scenes thoroughly.

• Participate in adventurous activities.

• Explore volunteering and volunteering opportunities.

BENEFITS / SKILLS • Develop your understanding and enjoyment of fitness activities - preparing you for entry tests and working in the uniformed services.

• Develop self-discipline required for uniformed service careers.

• Improve your CV with a wide range of volunteering opportunities and experiences.

• Improve your English and maths skills - understanding why they are essential for working in the uniformed services.

• Enhance your communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills.

CAREER PROGRESSION The majority of our learners from this course progress on to our NCFE Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the uniformed services course.

A number of students have also progressed to apprenticeships in the Armed Forces.

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NCFE LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA FOR ENTRY TO THE UNIFORMED SERVICES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Two GCSEs at Grade 3 including English & Maths DURATION: 1 Year

STUDY TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Quarry Hill Campus

Ready to take your next step to working in the uniformed services?

Engaging with a wide range of uniformed services including the police, fire service, prison, ambulance and armed forces will help you to explore the wide range of careers available to you. This course offers you the opportunity to upskill in English and maths, and understand how such skills will support your work in the uniformed services.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? If you’re in year 11 or 12 and looking to take the next steps towards a career in the uniformed services, then this course is for you. This course prepares learners for the Step Up to the Level 3 Diploma - allowing you to progress to university, a police apprenticeship, or a Higher Level apprenticeship. All learners will also be studying GCSE English and/or maths as part of your course.

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UNITS / MODULES During this course, you will learn how to: • Investigate employment in the uniformed services.

• Explore equality and diversity for the uniformed services.

• Build and use physical fitness to work effectively.

• Carry out map reading and navigation.

• Develop team working and problem solving skills.

• Explore the use of telecommunication in the uniformed services.

• Prioritise health and hygiene in the uniformed services.

• Follow uniform service routines and procedures.

BENEFITS / SKILLS • Explore how to become an effective leader of a group of people and work as a team.

• Immerse yourself in emergency situations, such as riots and outdoor pursuits.

• Practice and learn how to complete the Uniformed Service fitness tests.

• Create a career pathway plan with the support of our links in the emergency and armed services.

CAREER PROGRESSION The majority of learners from this course progress on to our Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services course. A number of learners have also progressed to apprenticeships in the armed forces and the Yorkshire Ambulance Service.

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MILITARY PREPARATION PREPARE FOR A LIFE IN THE ARMED FORCES Break through boundaries with our Military Preparation programme.

Designed for potential recruits, on this course you’ll complete a variety of fitness, teamwork, drill, and swimming sessions in preparation for armed forces’ selection tests. You’ll meet with a variety of staff and personnel, as well as experiencing career talks and guidance on the armed forces application process.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? Anyone who is interested in joining the armed forces. Maybe you are a school leaver looking for a Level 3 qualification to prepare you for a faster progression in the forces, or maybe you’re required to resit your English and maths GCSEs to secure the job of your choice? Some of our applicants have enrolled on the course following unsuccessful attempts to join the forces, while others require additional support to improve their swimming, fitness or understanding of job roles in the military.

UNITS / MODULES During this course, you will learn how to: • Prepare for a career in the armed forces.

• Skills for land-based outdoor and adventurous activities.

• Develop aspects of physical fitness for entry to the Uniformed Services.

• Preparing food for fitness and in the field.

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• Strengthen your swimming.

BENEFITS / SKILLS • Develop a fitness training programme to prepare you for your entry tests and basic training.

• Participate in team activities and explore what it takes to become a key team player.

• Prepare for military drills including uniform preparation, presentation, and hygiene.

• Immerse yourself in military life with our insight days and residentials to barracks across the UK.

TRIPS, VISITS & OPPORTUNITIES 2020 saw the department create a new working relationship with the Royal Marines that gave learners the opportunity to visit Royal Marine Commando Training Centre, Lympstone.

Learners had the opportunity to experience life as a recruit and experience the world renowned ‘Sheep Dip’ as well as being put through their paces on the Bottom Field and experiencing the infamous gym tests.

Learners also had guest speakers visit the campus from the RAF Regiment, British Army as well as charities including The Royal British Legion and Help for Heroes.

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NCFE LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA/ EXTENDED DIPLOMA FOR ENTRY TO THE UNIFORMED SERVICES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Two GCSEs at Grade 4 including English & Maths DURATION: 1 Year

STUDY TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Quarry Hill Campus

Challenge yourself to become a force of nature with this course for the uniformed services. We offer opportunities for learners to experience riot training, outdoor and adventurous pursuits, army assault courses, and immersive activities in emergency planning scenarios.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? If you are looking for an alternative route to A Levels without the stress of exams and want to take the next step towards a career in the uniformed services, then this is the course for you. Study in industry-standard facilities and use our emergency services, and armed forces connections to prepare you for progression to your dream job.

UNITS • P reparation for a career in a chosen uniformed service.

• Carrying out map reading and navigation across open country.

• D eveloping aspects of physical fitness for entry to the uniformed services.

• U nderstanding the impact of war and conflict on the uniformed services.

• Developing leadership skills.

• Crime scene investigation.

• Equality, diversity and inclusion.

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BENEFITS / SKILLS • D evelop your own personal leadership style to manage colleagues and employees.

• I mmerse yourself in emergency situations such as riots and outdoor pursuits.

• Practice and learn how to complete the uniformed service fitness tests.

• M eet active personnel to support your application and gain a great understanding of the roles you are interested in.

PROGRESSION The Level 3 qualification offers a wide range of progression opportunities. The majority of our learners apply for the West Yorkshire Police Degree Apprenticeship Scheme, or go on to study at university.

Many learners have been successful with their application in the Armed Forces, Yorkshire Ambulance Service, Prison and Probation Service, and Fire and Rescue Services across the county.

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COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NAME

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

UCAS POINTS

PROGRESSION OPTIONS

NCFE Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Grade 2 English & Maths

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• Level 2 Armed Forces

NCFE Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Grade 3 English & Maths

Coursework

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• Level 3 Armed Forces • Ambulance Service

Distinction* 28 Distinction 24 Merit 16 Pass 8

• Army • Navy • Roya Marines • RAF

Coursework

Military Preparation NCFE Level 3 Introductory Certificate for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Grade 3 English & Maths Interested in joining the Armed Services

NCFE Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services (1st Year) NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services (2nd Year)

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Distinction* 84 Distinction 72 Merit 48 Pass 24 Grade 4 English & Maths

Distinction* 168 Distinction 144 Merit 96 Pass 48

• Police Apprenticeship • Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) • University • Ambulance Service • Prison Service • Fire Service • Armed Forces

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Coursework GCSE Resit Exam

GCSE Resit Exam

GCSE Resit Exam

Coursework

STUDENT SUCCESS “Since achieving a Distinction in my Level 3 Public Services Diploma, I have gone on to start my basic training for the British Army. The course really prepared me for what has come my way so far, in terms of how physically and mentally resilient I have had to be.

Ben Collins Junior Platoon Sergeant in British Army High School Farnley Academy

When I graduate from the Army Foundation College in February, I’ll go on to train as a cyber engineer at the Royal School of Signals in Blandford.

I am also looking forward to what my future career as a soldier brings me when I join my unit.”

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EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT During 2019/2020, the Public Service students had a wide range of opportunities to engage with the public services, including:

Public order training with West Yorkshire Police

West Yorkshire Police dog handler came to college to train potential police sniffer dogs

Students participating with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service Restart a Heart Campaign and learn how to administer CPR

10 students take part in an annual West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service work experience

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STUDENT SUCCESS “I’ve always known that the Fire & Rescue Service was the career for me. I started my Level 3 Diploma for entry to the Uniformed Services in 2011. The course gave me the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience working as a team.

Zach Schofield FireFighter, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue High School The Rodillian Academy

It was a great setting to prepare me for the rigorous Fire & Rescue Service recruitment process. I owe the tutors for the time and dedication that they gave me throughout my time at college - without their support I would not have had the determination to continue to apply following a number of failed attempts.

I’m now a proud member of North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue!”

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WEST YORKSHIRE POLICE ROLE PLAYS: Students get the opportunity to become part of the police recruitment process

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STUDENT VISITS: Students visited Auschwitz-Birkenau with the Holocuast Educational Trust

West Yorkshire Police role plays: students get the opportunity to become part of the police recruitment process

Students visited the Royal Marine Commando Training Centre in Lympstone to take part in a 3-day insight course

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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES Public Service students are encouraged to take part in volunteering whilst studying on their course. Volunteering opportunities support students in developing confidence and essential employability skills, and form a sense of community during studying.

During 2019/2020 the Public Service students had a wide range of volunteering opportunities including working with Leeds City College allotment, Marie Curie,

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Trussell Trust Food Bank, The Royal British Legion, Yorkshire Air Ambulance, West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue and West Yorkshire Police.

During 2020/2021, Public Service students continued to engage with relevant employers, voluntary organisations and higher education establishments - even during lockdown and via remote learning.

This included taking part in guest speaker presentations, and question & answer sessions with West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue, South Yorkshire Police, West Yorkshire Police, Yorkshire Ambulance Service and the Army, as well as Leeds Trinity University, Leeds Beckett University and webinar lectures delivered by Teesside University.

Students have volunteered for Leeds Safeguarding Children’s Panel, local food banks and Leeds Canal and River Trust, with a small number of students also enrolling onto a virtual Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.

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999 ASPIRE PROGRAMME

Dave Jones 999 Aspire Programme Lead (Yorkshire Ambulance Service) & Community Defibrillation Officer

“Having the opportunity to take part in the 999 Aspire Programme allowed students to have access to members of the emergency services, helping them to understand not only about the type of work they do but also the challenges they face daily.

Hopefully this experience will help them to make the important future career decisions.

It was fantastic to see how they engaged at every step.”

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