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Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Halesowen

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee remission may be available.

The course prepares you for a career in the public services. You'll build knowledge of the uniformed services, including the police, fire service, and prison service. You'll also develop the physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline that these services look for. The NCFE qualification is recognised by employers across the public sector.

You'll finish with the NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services at Level 3.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of the UK's uniformed services.
  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand why it matters in the services.
  • You'll practise teamwork and leadership in group activities.
  • You'll study law and order, and how the criminal justice system works.
  • You'll learn about discipline, values, and the culture of public service.
  • You'll build communication skills used in operational and community settings.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and risk management in a uniformed context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and group work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course. Contact Halesowen College's Admissions team on (0121) 602 7777 for full details of how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applying to a UK police force after completing the course.
  • Firefighter, starting the application process with a local fire and rescue service.
  • Prison officer, working in custody and rehabilitation within the prison service.
  • Public services support roles, working in community safety or local authority services.
  • Army, Navy, or RAF recruit, joining one of the armed forces as an entry-level candidate.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before applying to the services.
  • Foundation Degree in Public Services, a higher-level route for those considering a management or specialist career.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or Custody and Detention, combining work-based training with a formal qualification.
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