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Pearson Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) – Level 4 HNC in Public Services (Criminology pathway)

Overview

This specialist pathway will equip students with public service and criminological skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global public services/criminal justice environment.

One objective of this programme is to provide education and training for a range of careers in public and criminal services, including, for example Civil Service, public administration, police force, prison service and the charity and voluntary sector. Successful completion will equip students with the knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity, and values.

This course is full-time, specific times/days will be discussed at enrolment.

 

 

Successful completion will also provide opportunities for students to enter or progress in employment in public services, or progress to higher education qualifications such as an Honours degree in Criminology, Policing, Applied Social Sciences, Public Services Management, or a related area.

The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a Level 4 qualification made up of 120 credits. It is studied full time over 1 year using a hybrid delivery approach to offer more flexibility to learners.

To apply for this course, you will need to submit your application via UCAS.

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Core Units:

  • Law and Procedure
  • Theories of Crime
  • Crime and the Media
  • Crime and Substance Misuse
  • Criminal Law and Justice Systems
  • Planning a research project
  • Completion of a Level 3 qualification
  • GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent
  • DBS Check (Criminal Records Declaration): Will be discussed at application and enrolment

Assessment methods include:

  • Reports
  • Academic Essay
  • Academic Poster
  • PowerPoint Presentations

The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Public Services is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals, able to meet the demands of employers in the public sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.

The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.

On successful completion of the Level 4 Higher National Certificate, students can develop their careers in the public services sector through:

  • Progressing to Level 5 (HND)
  • Entering employment
  • Continuing existing employment
  • Linking with the appropriate Professional Body
  • Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Progressing to university

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