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Level 3 Public Services Course in Bolton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – The Sixth Form Bolton

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Public Services Course in Bolton. Classes run at The Sixth Form Bolton, full-time over two years.

The course covers behaviour and discipline in the uniformed services, teamwork and leadership, an introduction to criminology, and police powers and the law. You'll take part in practical activities, presentations, and visits involving local public services. Entry requires a strong GCSE profile, including English Language and Maths at grade 5 or above.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services.

Who this course is for

The course is designed to develop your skills, discipline and knowledge to equip you for a career within the uniformed protective services sector, including: The Police, Fire Service, Ambulance Service, Prison Service and Armed Forces. You will also have the opportunity to take part in various day and residential trips to put your skills to the test.

Entry requirements

Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5. This course may be more suited to learners with a strong profile of prior attainment in vocational studies.

What you will learn

  • You'll study behaviour and discipline in the uniformed protective services.
  • You'll develop teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
  • You'll gain an introduction to criminology and how crime is understood.
  • You'll learn about police powers and the law.
  • You'll take part in practical activities and presentations.
  • You'll go on day and residential trips to apply your skills in real settings.
  • You'll build a responsible and cooperative approach to working alone and in groups.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and presentations. The course involves engagement with local public services where possible. Assessment is through coursework and unit-based tasks across the two years of study.

What you will need to bring

The Sixth Form Bolton will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, requires further training and recruitment through a police force.
  • Firefighter, entry via a fire service recruitment process after this qualification.
  • Prison officer, apply directly to His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service.
  • Ambulance service worker, entry-level roles available with further training.
  • Security officer, this public services qualification supports your application.

What you could study next

  • A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, a larger qualification for those wanting a fuller programme before applying to services.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Criminology or Public Services, Level 4 to 5 study for those considering a management or specialist route.
  • Direct entry to uniformed service recruitment programmes, where the qualification supports your application alongside fitness and selection tests.
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