UNIFORMED PUBLIC SERVICES LEVEL 5
This course is for those considering a career in uniformed and public services.
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What the course includes
The course includes:
- Nutrition, health and wellbeing
- Sports officiating
- First aid
- Hillwalking
- Map reading
- Orienteering
- Citizenship
There is an emphasis on improving your personal fitness. You will also have the chance to do the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.
Why choose this course
You will develop skills such as communication, teamwork and leadership through practical activities and problem solving. Public services employers also contribute to the course. The college is an active member of Scottish Student Sport. We have established sports teams in football, rugby, basketball and badminton, giving you the opportunity to represent the college in various external leagues.
Entry requirements
- Three National 4 qualifications or equivalent at grade C or above, one of which must be English
We welcome applications from people with relevant life and work experience.
An Enhanced Disclosure Scotland application is required which you will do through the college if offered a place.
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Where it leads
Education: level 6 sport and fitness or other level 6 courses at West Lothian College.
Interview arrangements
If you are invited for an interview/course information session, plan to be in college for around two hours. The interview includes:
- Short written task
- Fitness task
Please bring your practical kit and be prepared to take part in the multi-stage fitness test. Also bring evidence of your qualifications and/or employment references.
Fees, Finance & Funding
There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more
Take that next step in your career and apply for this course today. If the course is not yet open for applications, register your interest or feel free to ask any questions by clicking make an enquiry.