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

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 Peaks Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs over one year and covers the knowledge and skills needed for careers in the uniformed public services. You'll study topics such as government and public services, physical fitness, teamwork, leadership, and the law. The course suits those aiming for roles in the police, fire service, prison service, or armed forces.

You'll complete the year 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 the UK public services are structured and funded.
  • You'll study the role of government and the law in public services.
  • You'll develop leadership and teamwork skills used in uniformed roles.
  • You'll learn about physical fitness requirements and training methods.
  • You'll examine equality, diversity, and discipline within public services.
  • You'll investigate the skills and values expected of public service workers.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and group work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. You'll build a body of work across the year that demonstrates your knowledge and practical skills.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, requires further training and passing the Police Now or force recruitment process.
  • Firefighter, requires passing fitness and selection tests with a fire and rescue service.
  • Prison officer, entry-level roles available on application to HM Prison and Probation Service.
  • Security officer, a Level 2 Security Guarding qualification and SIA licence are also needed.
  • Public services support roles, such as control room operator or community support officer.
  • Armed forces, entry via service-specific recruitment and selection processes.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or 5 qualification in Criminology or Public Services, for those wanting to move into management or specialist roles.
  • A foundation degree or bachelor's degree in Criminology, Policing, or a related subject, which can strengthen applications to graduate police entry schemes.
  • An Apprenticeship in a public service role, combining on-the-job training with further study.
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