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Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Cannock

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Criminology Course in Cannock. Classes run at Norton Canes High School. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs including English, maths and science at grade 4 or above to enrol. The course takes two years full-time and covers criminology knowledge relevant to the criminal justice sector, health, and social care fields. This level 3 criminology qualification is awarded by WJEC through their Eduqas brand.

Who this course is for

This option is for students who are interested in possible future careers within the health, social care and public services. It offers the opportunity to specialised degrees within medicine, paramedics, health studies, health sciences, psychology, physiotherapy, social work, health service business management and sociology. What makes health and social care an exciting subject is that it helps us to learn more about ourselves and human development throughout the lifespan from birth to old age. You will learn how the mind develops, and how theories have been developed which enable us to understand behaviour and development. In this unit you will be enabled to apply this knowledge in the management of post- traumatic stress disorder and the range of treatment options, settings and practitioners available to the client.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's including English, maths and science at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories of crime and criminal behaviour.
  • You'll examine how the criminal justice system operates in the UK.
  • You'll analyse the role of policing, courts, and sentencing.
  • You'll investigate social factors that influence crime and victimisation.
  • You'll study the impact of crime on individuals and communities.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and written argument.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Norton Canes High School. Assessment combines controlled assessments and written examinations. Units are assessed through a mix of set assignments completed under supervised conditions and external exams. Your work is submitted across the two years of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Norton Canes High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer: entry route into UK policing after further training
  • Probation services officer: supporting offenders through the justice system
  • Youth justice worker: working with young people in the justice system
  • Social worker: requires a degree, but criminology builds relevant foundations
  • Prison officer: working within the custodial estate
  • Victim support worker: providing practical help to those affected by crime
  • Community safety officer: local authority roles in crime prevention

What you could study next

A level 3 criminology qualification can support applications to university. Relevant degrees include Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, and Law. Some learners go on to study a Foundation Degree or Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a related subject before progressing to a full degree. Entry requirements vary by university, so check individual course pages.

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