The course will train you to work in all areas of the Public Services sector, developing the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in the police, ambulance, military, fire services and local government.
You will participate in a wide range of practical work, including opportunities to steward at events, a live training course with the Fire Brigade and fitness assessments run by the Armed Forces. You will also take part in a yearly residential trip.
Extended Diplomas have two one-year programmes. You need to finish the first year before moving on to the second.
This course consists of two separate qualifications. In your first year of study, you will work towards the Level 3 Foundation Diploma. Following successful completion of this qualification, you will be able to progress to the Extended Diploma. Our Extended Diplomas offer equivalent UCAS points to studying 3 A Levels.
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All applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
Your progress will be assessed throughout the course, using a range of methods such as assignments and presentations.
If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.
Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.
This course will help you to move on to higher level courses, such as a Bachelor of Science, or to pursue employment in the Public Services industry.
Darren joined City and Islington College in September 2021. He began his teaching career in Further Education in February 2008 teaching Sport and Uniformed Protective Services subjects at Nescot College and East Surrey College for 11 years. Darren was a tutor for Uniformed Protective Services and supported the learners in completing their university applications. Darren has also been a Head of Department for the Care Services including Public Services, Sport, and Forensic Science.
Before going into teaching Darren worked in the South African Air Force as a Regimental Instructor and Training Officer. He trained new recruits who joined the South African Air Force on military discipline, weapons training, and physical fitness.
Darren is a volunteer with the Royal Air Force Air Cadet (RAFAC) organisation. He is a commissioned officer. Darren works as a Training Officer supporting young cadets in gaining knowledge and skills in subjects such as Youth First Aid, Airmanship and Expedition Skills. He is also a qualified supervisor/assessor supporting young people on the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.
Darren has got experience in teaching, citizenship, diversity, leadership, communication, teamwork, and expedition skills.
Darren is passionate about teaching and enjoys seeing the young learners grow in confidence, knowledge, and skills in the Uniformed Protective course. He is always willing to go the extra distance to support the learners in achieving their qualifications and progressing onto Higher Education and in employment.
Miss Altenor joined City and Islington College in 2017 teaching the Public Services Level 2 and 3 courses as well as the Level 3 Health and Social Care course.
Miss Altenor has a sports background where she has previously worked as a Sports Development Officer and for the NHS as a Technical Instructor working specifically in Mental Health. She has previously taught YMCA, NVQ and BTEC Level 1-3 sports courses with adults and 16+ learners. Miss Altenor has a Certificate in Education and did her BEd in Education at the Institute of Education.
Miss Altenor also works with British Weightlifting as an Educator; she is also qualified Category 1 Technical Official (TO) with the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) where she has represented Great Britain at many international Senior and Junior weightlifting competitions. Miss Altenor has also worked as a Technical Official at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022.
Mr Lewis has worked in the public services for over 30 years, in the police service as a police officer in central London, and in the National Health Service as a nurse. He has been teaching for the past 15 years on both further education and university curriculums and remains a guest lecturer at The University of West London and Drama School London.
Mr Lewis is the Curriculum Manager for the City and Islington Crime Academy which incorporates Uniformed Protective Services and Forensic Science. His areas of specialism are Critical and Major Incident Policing, Public Order Policing, Trauma Care, Professional Standards and Discipline, as well as Forensic Psychology and Human Behaviour. He also provides drill and self-defence training to Public Services students.
He completed the 2-year Post Graduate Certificate in Education in 2016 at Greenwich University, having earlier completed his 3-year Nursing and 2-year Police Officer training. Mr Lewis holds a BSc (Hons) (Open) from the Open University - majoring in Young lives, Parenting and Families, Counselling and Forensic Psychology, Investigating Crime and Therapy.
He is a member of the Society for Education and Training and the International Police Association. He is a mentor for trainee teachers following the University of Greenwich Post-Graduate Certificate in Education. He is also a standards verifier and exmainer for Pearson Education.
In the evening, Mr Lewis mentors online students internationally who are completing their masters degree or doctorate degrees. To relax, he paints in acrylics and plays jazz on the piano.
The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.