Public Services

Academic year: 19/20

This is a practical work-related course on which you will learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. This course will introduce you to your chosen career and provides a good basis to progress onto a more advanced qualification.

Academic year: 19/20

Duration: 2nd September 2019 to 26th June 2020

This course provides an excellent and varied programme giving access to a wide variety of careers within the Public Services. You will develop skills, knowledge and understanding in Public Services and apply your learning in a practical and realistic way and will suit you if you have a keen interest in physical activity.

Academic year: 19/20

Duration: 16th September 2019 to 26th June 2020

Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are designed to develop practical skills alongside specialist knowledge and understanding of the subject area. These qualifications have been well respected and recognised by employers and higher education institutions. The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a Level 4 qualification which is equivalent to the first year of the Bachelor Degree. The HNC qualification can be studied by those in employment for professional development to enhance their career prospects or Level 3, A Level and Access to Higher Education students can use this as an alternative path to gain higher education locally at lower cost.

This course is designed for you if you who would like to work within the policing sector. A significant focus is placed on developing students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the policing sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. If you are looking to pursue a career in the policing sector or you are currently employed as police staff or a volunteer then this may be the course for you. Whilst studying on the course you can have the use of first class facilities at Macclesfield College. The course will draw on a range of industry links and local employers to provide you with extensive policing and related work placements may be offered during the programme to provide direct industry experience in an area of your choice, developing and enhancing your employment prospects.