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Level 3 Policing Course in Westminster – City of Westminster College Paddington Green

Cost£2,573.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Policing Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, full-time during the day over 36 weeks.

The course covers policing law, community safety, crime prevention, and the skills needed for frontline public service work. You'll also develop teamwork, leadership, and communication through practical and academic study. Entry requires 4 to 5 GCSEs at grades 4 to 5, including English, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. An interview may be required, and entry via relevant experience may also be considered.

You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Policing at Level 3.

Who this course is for

16-18 Only

Entry requirements

4 - 5 GCSEs (grades 4 - 5), including English (and maths if required) (flexibility may apply), OR Level 2 qualification, An interview may be required; we’ll be in touch after you apply to invite you to an interview if needed, Alternative entry via relevant experience may be acceptable,

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of policing and law enforcement in the UK.
  • You'll learn about crime prevention, community safety, and public order.
  • You'll develop skills in teamwork, leadership, and communication.
  • You'll build physical fitness and resilience through practical training activities.
  • You'll gain insight into the roles and responsibilities of police officers and emergency services.
  • You'll practise report writing and evidence-based decision making.
  • You'll explore the ethical and legal frameworks that guide policing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical activities, and project-based work. Guest speakers from policing and emergency services contribute to sessions. Work placements and employer links give you direct experience of the sector. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and practical tasks completed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police Constable, requires further recruitment and training with a police force after this qualification.
  • Police Community Support Officer, supports neighbourhood policing teams in a uniformed role.
  • Detention Officer, works in custody suites supporting police operations.
  • Security Officer, works in public or private security environments.
  • Emergency Services Call Handler, manages 999 or non-emergency calls for police or fire services.
  • Border Force Officer, requires a separate application and training process with the Home Office.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Criminology or Policing (Level 6), for those wanting a deeper academic grounding before applying to a force.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, a work-based route into the police that combines on-the-job training with degree-level study.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Services, broadens your options across the armed forces and emergency services.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Public Services (Level 4), a step toward higher education in the sector.
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