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L3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Study Area: 16-18

Duration: 1 or 2 Years

Attendance: Full Time

Course Overview

Is your community important to you, would you love to serve it? Do you enjoy helping people, dealing with the public and problem solving?

This course is designed to prepare you for a career within a Uniformed Public Service Organisation. It will be of particular interest for those who wish to pursue a career in the Police, Fire, and Prison Services, as well as the Armed Services (Army, Navy and RAF), HM Customs and Excise and other emergency related organisations.

During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:

Physical preparation
Leadership
Telecommunications
Expedition skills
Map reading and navigation equality
Diversity and inclusion
Emergency planning
Discipline
Crime scene investigation

During this course, you will hear from guest speakers from the Uniformed Services, participate in public order training with WY Police, gain skills in off-site map reading and navigation, plus you will take part in an overnight residential.

Start Date

September 2025

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

Candidates are required to have 5 GCSEs Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.

Progression

On successful completion of the programme, you may be able to progress to university or seek employment in the RAF, Police Force, Royal Navy or Fire & Rescue Service.

Career Opportunities
Police Officer, Immigration Officer, Firefighter, Ambulance Service.

Employer Partners
West Yorkshire Police, HMP Leeds, West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Services, HM Armed Forces.

Assessment Methods

A variety of assessment methods will be used including written reports/ presentations, observed practical assessments and professional discussions.

Course Fees

This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.