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Public & Protective Services Level 3

at Herefordshire, Ludlow, and North Shropshire College, Hereford · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2022see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This Level 3 course will prepare you for the mental and physical demands of life in the services. You will benefit from being taught by professionals with years of experience in the uniformed services who still work in close collaboration with the police, fire and ambulance services, and the armed services. With your positive outlook and willingness to step out of your comfort zone, you will take part in a wide range of different activities including radio and communication, climbing, hill walking and fitness drills. The course is assignment based, with one exam in each year. This qualification is the equivalent of up to 168 UCAS Points.

What you need to get on

A minimum of five GSCEs at grade 4, including English and/or maths or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification at merit grade and good progress with English and maths, including attendance at the GCSE exams if applicable.

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

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