Uniformed & Public Services
Our Uniformed & Public Services courses offers you a great insight into life as a member of the Police, Fire Brigade, Royal Navy or other services such as the Army or Royal Air Force.
Teamwork, fitness and leadership form the foundation of the course where you will take part in fitness sessions, adventure activities, drills and exercises to prepare you for life in some of the most physically demanding and vital job roles there are.
Work experience opportunities include placements in local youth organisations, schools and events with the RAF, Royal Marines, Army and Police.
Study at Level:
Level 2
Level 3
You will learn how the different Uniformed Services operate and the types of skills you will need to succeed. Units will include the following topics:
• Investigating employment in the Uniformed Services
• Teamwork and problem solving
• Map reading and navigation
• Adventurous activities.
Level 2 – You will require a minimum of 3 GCSEs grade 3 or above including Maths and English.
Level 3 – You will require a minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English. To progress onto Year 2, you must have successfully completed Year 1.
ENGLISH & MATHS
If you haven’t achieved a GCSE Grade 4 (C) in English and/or Maths, you will be required to either; take a Functional Skills qualification if you have achieved a Grade 1 or 2, or retake the GCSE if you’ve achieved Grade 3. You will be fully supported by our specialist team.
During your course, we ensure you develop employability skills and gain the relevant experience for your next steps. We provide information, advice and support when completing your course and progressing to work or going into further study.
When applying for university, we can provide support with the UCAS application and Student Finance. Once you’ve completed a Level 3 qualification, you could progress into employment in one of the uniformed or public services, or further your studies with a degree-level qualification.
