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Free Level 3 Policing Course in Southend-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Policing Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Southend Campus, full-time during the day. This two-year policing qualification is delivered in association with Essex Police, giving you the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career as a police officer. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths, and you'll attend an interview event as part of the application process.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect if you want a career in the police force. In association with Essex Police, you will receive the skills and knowledge required to become a police officer.

This course has been featured on the Essex Police Website - https://www.essex.police.uk/news/essex/news/news/2022/september/new-college-course/

Entry requirements

4 x GCSEs at grade 4/C, one of which must be English or Maths Successful attendance at interview event

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of policing principles and how the police service operates in the UK.
  • You'll learn about crime prevention, community safety, and the role of law enforcement.
  • You'll study legislation relevant to policing and how it applies in practice.
  • You'll build understanding of investigation procedures and evidence gathering.
  • You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusion within the police service.
  • You'll develop communication and decision-making skills used in policing roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Essex College Southend Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, written tasks, and practical activities. Your work is assessed against the NCFE Extended Diploma in Policing standards. The course runs full-time over two years, with input from Essex Police supporting your learning throughout.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applying to a force after completing your qualification
  • Police community support officer, working alongside officers in your local area
  • Special constable, volunteering as a warranted officer
  • Border Force officer, working in immigration and customs enforcement
  • Prison officer, working in custody and offender management
  • Security officer, working in public-facing protective roles

What you could study next

  • Degree in Policing (Professional Policing) at university, which is now a common entry route into the police service as a constable.
  • Level 5 Foundation Degree in Policing or Criminal Justice, for those who want to continue studying before applying to a force.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, which lets you train as an officer while earning a degree and a salary.
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