BTEC Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 1 Introductory Public Services (L1)

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Here you'll find support for teaching and studying our BTEC Level 1 qualifications in Public Services (QCF). These qualifications have been designed to reflect the skills, knowledge and understanding that are required to work in the sector. Visits to centres such as police stations, fire stations and job centres should be an integral part of the course.

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The Award in Public Services (Level 1) qualification is due to expire on 30 June, 2021 and the Diploma in Public Services (Level 1) qualification is due to expire on 31 August, 2021. After this date no more registrations will be accepted. An alternative replacement qualification can be found: Public Services (L1 Introductory) 

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Specification

Specification

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Award

BTEC Level 1 Award in Public Services specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award in Public Services (QCF)
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
50
Credits:
7
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
70
Qualification number (QN):
500/7545/7
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2019 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
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Certificate

BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Public Services specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Public Services (QCF)
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
105
Credits:
13
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
130
Qualification number (QN):
500/7540/8
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2019 (England) ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
  • 12 July 2021 (Wales) ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
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Extended Certificate

BTEC Level 1 Extended Certificate in Public Services specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Extended Certificate in Public Services (QCF)
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
270
Credits:
27
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
288
Qualification number (QN):
601/0125/8
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2013
Review date:
  • 31 December 2018 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
Course Materials-Books

Diploma

BTEC Level 1 Diploma is Public Services specification
Download PDF | 1.4 MB
Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Public Services (QCF)
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
339
Credits:
37
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
370
Qualification number (QN):
500/7541/X
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2019 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
Course Materials-Books

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