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Certificate for Entry to the Uniformed Services

at Ashton Sixth Form College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · sixth form college

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Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Certificate in Public Services is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers within the uniformed or non-uniformed public services, such as the police, fire service, ambulance service, military, or local government. It provides foundational knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of the roles and responsibilities within these sectors. The qualification is ideal for students looking to develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, whether they intend to progress into further education, apprenticeships, or directly into employment within public service roles.

What you need to get on

View our entry requirements https://www.asfc.ac.uk/home/study-with-us/entry-requirements/

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ashton Sixth Form College

    Ashton Under Lyne Sixth Form College Darnton Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RL

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