HND Public Services (awarded by Pearson)

29000W1 | Parsons Walk Campus
Start Date | 08/09/2025
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

The course provides the opportunity to become a self-reflecting professional and progress within industry. You will develop analytical thinking skills and the principles of working in the public services to meet the demands of employers and enhance career prospects, or top-up to a full degree.

You will also have the opportunity to take up additional qualifications to enhance your employability through our Higher Education Development Programme.

ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY

The Higher Education Development Programme has been developed to enhance your learning and provide additional qualifications to support with your employment. This can include self defence classes, Level 2 CCTV Operations qualification, Level 3 Close Protection course, DBS support, First Aid qualification and professional volunteering.

Volunteering with professional organisations is actively encouraged. Notable organisations may include British Red Cross, St. John's Ambulance and Army Reserves.

INDUSTRY RELEVANT

As a HE student you may be eligible for additional qualifications which could include one or more of the following:

• Level 2 CCTV Operations

• Level 2 Bushcraft, Survival and Wilderness Living Skills

• Level 3 Close Protection in Private Security Industry

• Internal Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and First Aid qualification.

EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

• Duke of Edinburgh award and associated expeditions form part of course content you may take part in mountain biking, climbing and abseiling at home or abroad.

• Self-defence classes aimed at educating students on how to protect themselves and others using safe techniques. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to learn from an expert in the field.

• Students have previously benefited from overseas trips as part of their course.

What will I study?

HNC (Year 1) Mandatory modules include:

• Organisational Structure and Culture

• Mental Health and Wellbeing

• Public Services in Contemporary Society

• Equality, Diversity and Fair Treatment

HND (Year 2) Mandatory modules include:

• Research Project (Pearson set)

• Reflective Professional Practice

Plus further options chosen by the course team:

• Physical Activity, Lifestyle and Health

• Serious and Organised Crime

• Offender Management*

• Expeditions Planning

• Crime and Substance Misuse

• Fitness Preparation and Testing

• Outdoor Skills Development

* Available subject to demand for those interested in Prison Service careers.

How long is the course?

Full time three days a week over two academic years.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed via a variety of methods including written reports, presentations, VLOG's/BLOGS and practical assessments for expedition and fitness units.

What qualifications do I need?

HNC: BTEC Level 3 in Public Services.

HND: A minimum of 80 UCAS points.

Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered. Students must also possess a grade 4 or above in English at GCSE or equivalent.

What can I progress onto?

You may secure employment in the:

• police, fire, prison or ambulance services

• armed forces

• civil service

• local government

• public administration roles.

Following the HND, you may progress to top-up degrees in Criminology, Policing, Public Services, Fire and Rescue and many more.

Other Information

You can expect to receive support from a competent, highly experienced team of staff with industry experience.

Course Fees

£7500.00

16-18 year olds do not pay exam fees.

Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.

All other courses show the total fees payable for the course.

If you need advice on any financial support that may be available to you, please contact us on applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk or phone 01942 761111

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