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Public Services Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate

at City of Wolverhampton College · college

Level 2Applied and BTECEdexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)1 yearFull time

What the college says

Careers in the public services can be incredibly rewarding and this course will give you the skills and level of physical fitness you need to enter public service organisations. You will learn about the role and work of a range of public services and how they each contribute to public and community safety; as well as gain an understanding of the meaning and relevance of citizenship and diversity. You will learn important skills that are vital for working in a public service role - including communication, planning and team working, as well as improving your fitness and taking part in outward-bound expeditions We have excellent links with local and national uniformed service organisations and, as part of your course, you will get the chance to take part in a range of training and residential activities, which in the past has included: A one-day Armed Forces Challenge Large incident training with the Police, Fire and Ambulance services Exercise Eagle Learner - a work experience program with army personnel from 4 MERCIAN You will be required to attend lessons to improve your English and maths (or use the time for directed study if you already have Grade 4 or above) and complete 30 hours of a work experience placement.

What you need to get on

To access this course you are required to have: Four or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths OR Public Services Level 1 Extended Certificate OR Successfully completed a full Level 1 study programme

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Wellington Road Campus

    Wellington Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 6BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Wolverhampton

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