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Free Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 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 Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Exchange, full-time during the day.

The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. You'll study over one year, covering teamwork, citizenship, law, criminology, discipline, and politics. You'll also take part in land and water based activities, visits, and residential programmes. Staff bring recent industry experience to the classroom. You'll need five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths, or at least a Merit in a BTEC or OCR First Diploma.

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

Who this course is for

You will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge relevant to public services, including teamwork, citizenship, law, criminology, discipline and politics. Assessment of progress and achievement of the Level 3 qualification is made via course work. This course has an industry focus delivered by staff with recent industry experience.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 16-18 and have 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths. Alternatively, at least a Merit in a BTEC or OCR First Diploma or equivalent is required. You should show a genuine interest in the study of public services, be disciplined and committed to working hard.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of the uniformed public services.
  • You'll develop teamwork and leadership skills used in public service settings.
  • You'll study citizenship, politics, and the law as they relate to public services.
  • You'll learn about criminology and the criminal justice system.
  • You'll build discipline and the professional standards expected in uniformed roles.
  • You'll take part in practical activities including outdoor and water based exercises.
  • You'll gain insight from talks by figures working in the public services sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions led by tutors with recent public services experience. Assessment is by coursework throughout the year. You'll also take part in practical activities, visits including the Houses of Parliament, and a week-long residential linked to the Duke of Edinburgh challenge and National Citizenship Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Learning Exchange will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, joining a UK police force after further recruitment and training.
  • Firefighter, applying to a fire and rescue service on completion.
  • Prison officer, working in the custodial and rehabilitation sector.
  • Armed forces recruit, entering the Army, Navy, or Royal Air Force.
  • Community support officer, supporting police work in local communities.
  • Border Force officer, working in immigration and customs at UK borders.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services, a larger qualification covering more units for learners who want a broader study programme.
  • A university degree in Criminology, Policing, or Public Services, for those aiming for graduate-entry routes into the sector.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, combining on-the-job training with a degree-level qualification recognised by UK police forces.
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