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Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 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 Birmingham. Classes run at South and City College Birmingham Hall Green Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Call 0121 694 5001 or visit the website for full fee information.

The course covers leadership, citizenship, health and lifestyle, politics, and law. You'll take part in residential visits and hear from guest speakers working in the armed forces and emergency services. The course runs over two years.

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

Who this course is for

You will gain a solid understanding of the skills and demands required for a career in the public services, learning about a range of subjects such as leadership, health and lifestyle, citizenship, politics and law.

You will have the opportunity to take part in activities which will enhance your understanding of a career in the industry; for example, opportunities to go on residential visits to develop team work and leadership skills, or listening to a range of guest speakers from the Army, Navy and the Police during your studies.

Students who study this course may choose to progress to the HND in Public Services or choose to enter employment. Some of our students are Special Police Constables whilst studying, giving them excellent experience and a good foundation for a career in the Police.

Entry requirements

You will need:

Minimum Merit grade in Level 2 BTEC Public Services and a successful interview. 4 GCSE s Grade 9-4 (A-C) including maths or English at grade 4 (C) and the other at grade 3 (D).

What you will learn

  • You'll study leadership skills and how to apply them in team settings.
  • You'll learn about citizenship, politics, and the law as they relate to public services.
  • You'll explore health, fitness, and lifestyle demands of uniformed service roles.
  • You'll develop teamwork skills through residential visits and practical activities.
  • You'll gain insight from guest speakers with experience in the Army and emergency services.
  • You'll build an understanding of the structure and responsibilities of the uniformed services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and residential visits. Guest speakers from the uniformed services contribute to your learning. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks completed throughout the course. There are no formal written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Hall Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, enforces the law and supports communities.
  • Firefighter, responds to emergencies and carries out fire safety work.
  • Prison officer, maintains safety and order in custodial settings.
  • Army soldier, serves in the British Army in a range of roles.
  • Paramedic, responds to medical emergencies as part of the ambulance service.
  • Border Force officer, manages border security and immigration control.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Policing, for those moving into a police constable role.
  • Foundation Degree in Public Services, a higher-level route into leadership roles.
  • Direct application to the armed forces, police, or fire service, using this Diploma to support your application.
  • Level 4 or 5 qualifications in leadership and management, useful for supervisory roles within the public sector.
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