Public Services Level 1 at West Lancashire College

More about the course

This one-year study programme is designed around practical skills, so students can demonstrate what they can do, alongside developing the knowledge and personal skills required to progress to further vocational study within Public Services and Sport. This course provides perfect starting point for those learners that wish to find out more about the progression & career opportunities within Public Services or Sport.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 2-9, including English and/or Maths

What will I achieve?

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a Level 1 certificate in Public Services

What will I learn?

Students will learn about all the key topics within sport and active leisure, including:

Planning and navigating a route
Taking part in outdoor activities
Assisting members of the public
Contributing to the community

How will I be assessed?

Practical demonstrations
Observations
Discussions
Questions

What experience will I have?

Experience new challenges
Take part in off-site activities
Meet employers
Work placements in working environments

Where can I progress?

Students may wish to progress to Level 2 in Public Services, Sports or other relevant Level 2 Diploma courses are possible upon obtaining Merits or Distinctions on completion of this course.

Course costs

If you are 16-18 years old, you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Learner Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*Exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.

Phone: 01695 52300

Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

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20 September 2023

West Lancashire College welcomes local community to Open Event

West Lancashire College are delighted to be opening their doors to the local community once again and invite you to attend their first Open Event of the academic year on Monday 16th October 4.30pm-7pm.

12 July 2023

West Lancashire College student named as NCFE Level 3 Learner of the Year

West Lancashire College are honoured to announce that Uniformed Public Services student Diana Wiedemann has been named as the NCFE Level 3 Learner of the Year (highly commended in the Learner of the Year category).

6 May 2022

Jobs That Change Lives event hosted at West Lancashire College

West Lancashire College partnered with colleagues from Skelmersdale and Ormskirk Job Centres and local employers this week to host a Jobs That Change Lives event for their clients.