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Hayesfield Mixed Sixth Form
Department of Applied Learning and Employability
BTEC National Level 3Public Services
With the demographics in the UK changing rapidly and the population growing larger,
the Public Service sectors will experience huge change over the next few years…
“Public sectors must overhaul services in ways that match the needs of tomorrow’s society.”
(CBI Public Services 2014)
DESTINATIONS 2015
Emily Currant Gloucester Primary Education with Maths
Autumn Wilcox USW Financial Mathematics
Angharad Cornfield Winchester English Language Studies
Holly Perkins UWE Early Childhood Studies
Katie Poole City of Bath College Foundation art course
What is BTEC Public Services?
BTEC Public Services is a vocational qualification designed to give a work-focused alternative to A Levels. Students learn by
completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.
It introduces students to the employment area that they are interested in and is equivalent to one A level.
What will you study?
What will you study?During the course you will study Mandatory and Optional units
Unit 1: Levels of Government Unit 2: Leadership and teamwork
What will you study?During the course you will study Mandatory and Optional units
Unit 3: Citizenship and Diversity Unit 5: Health & Lifestyle
What will you study?During the course you will study Mandatory and Optional units
Unit 17: Police Powers
Unit 18: Behaviour in public sector employment
We aim to make your studies as interesting and as enjoyable as possible. Teachers use a wide range of different teaching methods including teacher lead sessions, case studies and class/group discussions.
In addition, students will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of public service related visits and a program of guest speakers.
This course is assessed through a range of activities such as projects, presentations, teamwork and practical activities.
Course ExpectationsInterest in…..Willing to develop….
Leadership skills
Maturity
Organisation
Respect
Responsibility
Determination
Active participant
Learn from others
Law
Sociology
Psychology
Government & Politics
Social Sciences
Humanities
Current Affairs
How does BTEC compare to A-Levels?
Not all Universities accept BTEC qualifications as part of their offers. Please check if you have a clear destination plan.
What progression opportunities do BTEC Nationals provide?
1. Employment: where you can put your new practical skills towards generating an income.
2. Further Education, such as a higher-level qualification at acollege.
3. Higher education, such as a degree course at university.
Grading Criteria
Entry Requirements
• 5+ A*- C Grades at GCSE
• Strong Literacy: A*- C in English Language
• Good ICT skills
• Positive work ethic
• An interest in Public Services as a career
• A role model to the school/Sixth Form
Teaching
• Miss Jefferies/Miss Turner/Mrs Cording
• Continuous internal assessment and external moderation and assessment - portfolio building
• Variety of teaching methods
• Variety of assessment methods
• Emphasis on independent study
• Suited to candidates who prefer this method of assessment to final exams
FAQs
Are BTEC Nationals accepted by Universities?
Yes! BTEC Nationals have been awarded UCAS tariff points that are equivalent to similar Level 3
qualifications.
(However it is always advisable to check individual universities first.)
What is the highest qualification grade available for BTEC National learners?
The highest qualification grade that learners can achieve for BTEC Nationals is a Distinction*
which in terms of UCAS points is equivalent to an A* at A Level.
The lowest grade is a Pass which is equivalent to an E grade at A Level.
How do BTEC Nationals compare in size with A Levels?
The Level 3 BTEC Public Services has the same number of guided learning hours (GLH) as an
A Level – (360 GLH)
http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-nationals/public-services-2010.html
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