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Free Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Beverley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Beverley. Classes run at Bishop Burton College, full-time over one year.

The course covers map reading and navigation, physical fitness, leadership skills, emergency planning, and equality and diversity. You'll also study the UK legal system, the impact of war and conflict, and how to prepare for a career in a specific public service. Work experience with public services is included. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, preferably including English and Maths, or a relevant BTEC Level 2 qualification.

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

Who this course is for

Please see our website for more details on this and other courses.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop map reading and navigation skills across open country.
  • You'll build physical fitness and understand mental and physical wellbeing.
  • You'll study leadership skills and how to work as part of a team.
  • You'll learn about emergency planning and response in the uniformed services.
  • You'll explore equality, diversity and inclusion in a public services context.
  • You'll study the UK legal system and the influence of government and media.
  • You'll gain work experience with a range of uniformed public services.
  • You'll prepare for a career in your chosen uniformed public service.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bishop Burton College, covering both theory and practical activities. Assessment includes written assignments, practical tasks, and work experience placements with public services organisations. The specific units you study may vary depending on your chosen pathway within the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, joins a UK police force after further training and selection.
  • Firefighter, applies to a fire and rescue service after this qualification.
  • Prison officer, works in the prison and probation service.
  • Armed forces soldier or officer, enters the British Army, Navy, or RAF.
  • Paramedic or emergency medical technician, progresses via further study.
  • Border Force officer, works in immigration and customs.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Policing, Criminology, or Public Services, for those aiming at officer-level roles or further study.
  • A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, if you want to deepen your knowledge before applying to services.
  • An apprenticeship in the police, fire, or prison service, earning while you train on the job.
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