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Level 3 Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton

Cost£2,573.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton. Classes run at Bicton College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks.

The course builds the knowledge and skills needed to apply for careers in the police, fire service, prison service, and armed forces. You'll study topics such as physical fitness, teamwork, law and order, and the structure of public services. The course also develops leadership, communication, and discipline, all valued across the uniformed services.

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

Who this course is for

Bicton College would like to thank you for your interest in this course. For full information and details about this course, please see our website www.bicton.ac.uk or contact our customer services team on 0330 123 2523, who would be happy to help you.

Entry requirements

Bicton College would like to thank you for your interest in this course. For full information and details about this course, please see our website www.bicton.ac.uk or contact our customer services team on 0330 123 2523, who would be happy to help you.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of UK uniformed services, including police, fire, and prison services.
  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand its importance in uniformed roles.
  • You'll study law, order, and the justice system as they apply to public services.
  • You'll practise teamwork, leadership, and communication in a disciplined setting.
  • You'll learn about citizenship, community, and the responsibilities of public servants.
  • You'll build skills in planning, problem-solving, and working under pressure.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and group exercises. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the course. Contact Bicton College directly for full details of how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bicton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applying to a UK constabulary after completing the course.
  • Firefighter, joining a fire and rescue service as a trainee.
  • Prison officer, working in the custody and rehabilitation of offenders.
  • Armed forces recruit, enlisting in the Army, Navy, or RAF.
  • Border Force officer, working in immigration and customs control.
  • Paramedic trainee, progressing into emergency services via further study.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, a broader qualification for those wanting more depth before applying.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Public Services, a higher-level route for those considering management roles.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, the direct entry route into policing for those ready to apply.
  • BTEC Level 3 in Sport, useful for those focusing on physical fitness requirements for uniformed roles.

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