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Advanced Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services 1 Yr

at Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

Take the first step towards a leadership career in the uniformed protective services. This course is designed for individuals passionate about serving their communities and pursuing leadership roles within uniformed protective services such as: Police, Fire, and Ambulance Services. Armed forces (Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force) Prison Service, HM Customs and Excise, Merchant Navy Security Organisations. Real-world employer connections Armed Forces Engagement Teams regularly organise activity days. Guest speaker from the Police share invaluable insights. Visits to local services, such as Mansfield Fire Station. Links to further opportunities, including the Ambulance Technician course at Nottingham Trent University. Specialist facilities Train like the professionals in our state-of-the-art outdoor gym. Equipped to military standards including dip bars, jump platforms, pull-up and muscle bars, climbing ropes and battle ropes This fitness equipment, identical to that used by UK and US military forces, is designed to help you meet the physical demands of a protective services career. What our students say Many of our students have gone on to successful careers in the Armed Forces, Police Force, Fire and Rescue Service, and Ambulance Services.

What you need to get on

This course is only available to 16-18 year olds. Four GCSEs at grade 4-9 including English Language or Maths.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Derby Road

    West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Mansfield

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