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Free Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Southampton

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, daytime over two years.

The course builds the skills you need to pursue a career in the public services. You'll cover physical fitness, teamwork, map reading, problem solving, and interview preparation. Units also include health and hygiene, volunteering, and the principles of public service work. Maths and English GCSE or Functional Skills can be included as part of your studies.

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

Who this course is for

If you have a sense of duty, want to work within your community and have an interest in pursuing a career in the uniformed services, then our course is for you. You will develop your skills in a wide range of areas from physical fitness and teamwork to map reading and problem solving. Giving you the desirable and transferable skills employers are actively seeking from candidates. Entry requirements Students are required to have four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or at least a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services. Course Overview For students looking to study art and design in Southampton and the New Forest, our Uniformed Public Service Level 3 course covers a range of techniques and skills for public service. Our course is designed to provide informed and prepared potential recruits for the sector. Through our public service course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the principles of the sector and the opportunities within it, while also learning a variety of transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further levels of study. You will have the opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills, explore and engage in volunteering, learn how to prepare for interviews, increase your physical fitness and learn about the importance of health and hygiene for public service roles.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop physical fitness relevant to public service roles.
  • You'll practise teamwork and leadership in practical sessions.
  • You'll learn map reading and navigation skills.
  • You'll build problem-solving skills through puzzles and assignment work.
  • You'll prepare for public service interviews and application processes.
  • You'll explore volunteering opportunities linked to the sector.
  • You'll study health and hygiene requirements for uniformed roles.
  • You'll gain maths and English skills through GCSE or Functional Skills study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical and theory lessons in the classroom. Theory sessions include assignment-style questions, problem-solving tasks, and written work. Practical sessions cover fitness, teamwork exercises, and skills-based activities. 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.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, joins the police service after further recruitment and training.
  • Firefighter, applies to the fire service following this qualification.
  • Prison officer, works in the custody and rehabilitation of offenders.
  • Army or armed forces recruit, enters military service at entry level.
  • Paramedic or ambulance technician, progresses via further health training.
  • Border Force officer, works in immigration and customs at UK borders.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Custodial Care, for those moving into prison or custody work.
  • Foundation Degree in Public Services, a higher-level route for those wanting to study further.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, a work-based route into the police service.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, for those interested in teaching public services subjects.
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