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Free Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Southampton – Totton College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Southampton. Classes run at Totton College, full-time over two years.

The course builds the skills you need to join the police, fire and rescue service, prison service, or armed forces. You'll develop physical fitness, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving. Units cover first aid, map reading, interview preparation, and volunteering. The course also includes maths and English, either GCSE or Functional Skills. Trips and practical activities support your learning inside and outside the classroom.

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

Who this course is for

If you are thinking of a career in the police service, fire and rescue service, Royal Marines, Army, RAF, Royal Navy or prison service, this practical course will give you all the skills you need. You will develop your leadership and personal fitness skills, and have the option to undertake a First Aid certificate. The course is supported by a variety of trips and practical activities to help hone skills both inside and outside the classroom.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand its importance in public service roles.
  • You'll build leadership and teamwork skills through practical activities.
  • You'll practise map reading and navigation techniques.
  • You'll learn how to prepare for interviews and recruitment processes.
  • You'll explore volunteering opportunities within your community.
  • You'll study health and hygiene principles relevant to uniformed roles.
  • You'll strengthen your maths and English through GCSE or Functional Skills.
  • You'll gain problem-solving skills through theory lessons and practical tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory and practical sessions. Theory lessons include assignment-style questions, puzzles, and written tasks. Practical activities cover fitness training, fieldwork, and trips linked to uniformed service environments. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Totton College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You may need appropriate clothing for physical fitness sessions.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applying to a constabulary after completing the course.
  • Firefighter, progressing to a fire and rescue service application.
  • Prison officer, working within the National Probation Service or HMPPS.
  • Army soldier, enlisting as a recruit across a range of roles.
  • Royal Marines commando, entering the recruitment and selection process.
  • RAF or Royal Navy rating, applying for entry-level service roles.
  • Public services support worker, working in community safety or emergency response.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Uniformed Protective Services, a work-based qualification for those already in a service role.
  • Foundation Degree in Public Services, for those wanting to study at higher education level.
  • Higher National Certificate in Public Services, a stepping stone toward a full degree in the sector.
  • Direct service recruitment, many graduates apply straight to the police, fire, or armed forces after completing this Diploma.
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