Level 3 Policing Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, full-time during the day. This one-year policing qualification gives you the knowledge and skills needed to understand how policing and public services work in the UK. You'll study topics that reflect the realities of working in law enforcement and the wider public sector. The course is delivered in the classroom over one year. Fees apply, and a reduction may be possible depending on your circumstances. Contact the centre for details.
Who this course is for
For learners interetsed in joining the Public Services
What you will learn
You'll learn how the police service is structured and how it operates in the UK.
You'll study the legal frameworks that govern policing and public order.
You'll develop an understanding of crime, criminology, and the criminal justice system.
You'll explore the role of public services in communities and emergency response.
You'll build knowledge of safeguarding, equality, and human rights in a policing context.
You'll develop communication and decision-making skills relevant to public service roles.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through tutor-led sessions, group work, and discussion. Assessment methods for the NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Policing include written assignments, case studies, and portfolio evidence. You will be assessed throughout the course rather than by a single end exam. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule at the start of your course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police constable: entry-level officer role with a force
Police community support officer (PCSO): visible community policing role
Prison officer: working in custody and rehabilitation settings
Border Force officer: working at ports and airports
Probation services officer: supporting offenders through rehabilitation
Emergency services control room operator: handling 999 calls and dispatch
Security officer: roles in public and private sector security
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Policing or Criminology: a higher-level academic route that many forces now recognise for entry.
Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA): earn a degree while working as a trainee officer with a force.
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care or Public Services: broadens your options across the public sector.
A Levels or Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you want to apply to university for a criminology or law degree.
