Skip to content
referalearnerFind my match

Entry to the Uniformed Public Services Level 3 Diploma

at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, Southend-On-Sea · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to know to join them. This is a full time, Advanced Level 3 BTEC qualification in which you study a whole range of subjects that give you an excellent understanding of public services. The course is designed to give you a good underpinning knowledge of the public services and develop some essential skills that you will need in the future. At the end of your course you will have an excellent CV that will include both the academic qualifications you need, plus a series of career enhancing skills, such as teamwork, communication and problem solving. In addition to the main qualification you will study functional skills. You will learn in a variety of ways, from traditional class activities and lessons to practical activities such as working in teams. The course consists of a mixture of lectures, practical activities, oral presentations, tutorials, individual research and group work. Guest speakers from other relevant public services will also visit lessons. As part of the programme you will be encouraged to undertake a variety of outdoor activities, including visits to various public services such as the fire service, prisons and the police. You will also take part in expeditions which may involve overnight stays. In addition to general class work, you will be using a range of textbooks for

What you need to get on

4 x GCSEs at grade 4/C, one of which must be English or Maths Successful attendance at interview event

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • Southend Campus (Luker Road)

    Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ND

    DaytimeClassroom based
    Check the journey

Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Southend-on-Sea

Who else teaches this exact qualification

Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.

See all 18 providers teaching it