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Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Bristol

Cost£2,573.00
Duration432 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 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 Bristol. Classes run at SGS WISE Campus, full-time during the day. Fees apply, though concessions may be available. Students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to apply for roles in the police, fire service, prison service, and armed forces. You'll study topics such as fitness, teamwork, law, and public services structure. Around 432 hours of study are included across the year.

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

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand its role in uniformed services.
  • You'll study the structure and roles of UK public services, including police, fire, and prison services.
  • You'll learn about law and the legal framework that governs public services.
  • You'll practise teamwork, leadership, and communication skills used in uniformed roles.
  • You'll explore citizenship, community, and the responsibilities of public servants.
  • You'll understand expedition and outdoor activities as part of service training.
  • You'll build skills in report writing and presenting information clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and group work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the course. Attendance at SGS WISE Campus is full-time during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS WISE Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applies to join a UK constabulary after completing the course.
  • Firefighter, applies to a local fire and rescue service.
  • Prison officer, works in a UK prison or young offenders institution.
  • Army, Navy, or RAF recruit, enters the armed forces as a junior soldier, sailor, or airperson.
  • Paramedic or ambulance technician, progresses through further training into emergency services.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before applying.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or Custodial Care, earn while you train in a live uniformed role.
  • Foundation Degree in Public Services or Criminology, for those considering a degree-level route into the sector.
  • BTEC Level 3 in Sport, useful if you want to strengthen your fitness knowledge alongside a services application.
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