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Free Level 3 Public Services Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Public Services Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in uniformed public services. You'll study topics such as government and public services, physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline. It typically takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Public Services.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how government and public services are structured and funded.
  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand its role in public service roles.
  • You'll study teamwork, leadership, and working under authority.
  • You'll learn about law, crime, and the criminal justice system.
  • You'll practise expedition and outdoor activities linked to service roles.
  • You'll build communication skills used in uniformed environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and assignments. Assessment is through coursework, projects, and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll complete units covering both knowledge and applied skills throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, entry requires further training and passing the national recruitment process.
  • Firefighter, entry requires passing fitness tests and a competitive application process.
  • Prison officer, a role you can apply for directly after this public services qualification.
  • Security officer, this course supports applications for entry-level security roles.
  • Army or armed forces recruit, this Level 3 public services course strengthens your application.
  • Community support officer, a stepping stone toward a full police officer role.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Public Services or a related subject, a natural next step after this Diploma.
  • Apprenticeship in policing or the fire service, letting you earn while you train toward a specific role.
  • A degree in criminology, law, or public administration (Level 6), for those aiming toward management or specialist roles in public services.
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