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If you’ve achieved your Grade 4 in English and Maths GCSEs, our NCFE Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Public Services are the perfect next steps. These courses are equivalent to 3 A-Levels, giving you the opportunity to develop professional skills and gain in-depth knowledge in the areas that matter most for a career in the Police, Fire Service, Paramedic, Armed Forces, or other uniformed services.
You’ll need GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4.
Our NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Public Services is a comprehensive course designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed for a successful career in uniformed services such as the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces, Paramedic and more. You’ll cover a range of exciting and practical modules that prepare you for the real world of public service.
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You’ll be assessed through coursework and practical activities that reflect real-life public service careers.
By completing the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, you open yourself up to fantastic career opportunities and higher education in the uniformed services. You’ll gain skills and experience that will prepare you for a career in the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces, Paramedic Services, Prison & Probation, and Border Force.
After completing the course, some students move directly into apprenticeships or entry-level roles in public services, while others go on to study Policing, Criminology, Paramedic Science, Law, or related fields at university.
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Located in West Bromwich, Sandwell College boasts best in class facilities and exceptional teaching standards.
Alongside delivering outstanding pass rates, the College is proud to offer unrivalled mental health services and welfare support, ensuring that every student has access to the advice and guidance they need.
Sandwell College is the largest provider of 16-19 study programmes in the West Midlands, preparing learners for higher education, apprenticeships, and successful careers.