Level 3 Policing Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College, full-time during the day over one year. This level 3 policing qualification covers the knowledge, skills, and physical fitness needed to pursue a career in UK police forces. You'll take part in classroom sessions, physical training, outdoor activities, and a work experience programme with local uniformed service organisations. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths or English Language, plus a pre-course interview and assessment day.
Who this course is for
Ready to embark on an exciting journey towards a career in the United Kingdom Police Forces? This course is designed to equip you with the essential skills and qualities needed to work in this dynamic field. You will dive into a variety of activities, including interactive classroom sessions, invigorating physical fitness training, thrilling outdoor adventures, and a comprehensive work experience program with our local Uniformed Service organizations. Get ready to explore topics such as: � Investigating Employment � Physical Fitness in the Police � Team Building � Equality, Diversity & Inclusion � Map Reading & Navigation � Values & Standards � Higher Education � Volunteering in the Police � Conflict Management & Personal Protection Those students who return in year 2 (to achieve the full Extended Diploma) will study a further 9 units which include: � Understanding Discipline � Crime Scene Investigation � Neighbourhood Policing
Entry requirements
To join this exciting course, you'll need 4 GCSEs at level 4 or above, including Maths or English Language. A pre-course interview and assessment day are part of the process. We're looking for enthusiastic candidates eager to dive into a career in the Police and fully engage with all aspects of the course which includes: � Physical Fitness � Teamwork & Leadership � Problem Solving � Discipline � Personal Development
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of policing roles and how UK police forces operate.
You'll build physical fitness through structured training sessions.
You'll practise teamwork and leadership in practical activities.
You'll apply problem-solving skills in realistic scenarios.
You'll gain work experience with local uniformed service organisations.
You'll develop personal discipline and professional conduct.
You'll explore topics relevant to working in a dynamic public safety environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through interactive classroom sessions, physical fitness training, outdoor activities, and a work experience programme. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, practical activities, and participation in the work experience element. The course is delivered full-time during the day at Tameside College.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tameside College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be prepared for physical activity as part of the course, so appropriate fitness wear will be needed for training sessions.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police constable, applying to a UK police force after the course
Police community support officer, working alongside officers in local communities
Special constable, volunteering as a warranted police officer
Prison officer, working in custody and rehabilitation settings
Border Force officer, working at ports and airports
Security officer, working in public or private sector roles
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ in Policing: for those who move into a police officer role and need a work-based qualification.
Foundation Degree in Policing or Criminology: a two-year higher education route that deepens your understanding of law, crime, and justice.
Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship: a degree-level route into the police that combines on-the-job training with academic study, available through individual police forces.
