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Level 3
Uniformed Services | Diploma/Extended Diploma Entry to the Uniformed Services | Level 3
COURSE OVERVIEW
Our exciting uniformed services courses will prepare you for careers workingwith people by developing skills such as communication, fitness, teamwork andleadership. In 2018, our Broadwater Campus officially opened its CombinedCadet Force Unit (Royal Navy).By studying our uniformed services courses, you will join the Cadet Force,which is an adventure activity-focused programme. You will also be issued witha uniform and take part in regular parades. * We’re the first FE college to offer Combined Cadet Force (Royal Navy) cadetship * Received the RAF platinum award for providing outstanding candidates * Expert tutors * Guest speakers from uniformed services
FURTHER INFORMATION
You can start at Level 3 if you have at least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above,preferably including English and maths.If you don’t have these grades then you can start at Level 2 or Level 1,depending on your GCSEs. We have options for you, so make sure you contact usif you are unsure which level to apply for.
After successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma, you can progress to the second year to gain the Extended Diploma.
After this, you could continue your studies in higher education.
Alternatively, you could enter the application process for the uniformed service of your choice, or full-time career:
- Armed forces
- Emergency services
- Prison service
- Border force
- Civilian support roles within all uniformed services
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’; projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.