Uniformed Public Services
Join the diverse public services industry including the armed forces and emergency services such as the police force or fire brigade, as well as encompassing security organisations, the Prison Service, HM Customs and Excise and much more.
It’s also a great choice for those considering a career in any of the uniformed services at officer or technical trade level.
Our Courses
Due to the number of learners who progress into employment within this sector, Hopwood Hall College is a platinum partner to several armed and emergency services.
The Level 3 course is designed as a two year study programme but there is an option to undertake a Diploma in one year instead. Please ask for more details.
Course content:
- Team leadership
- Understanding discipline
- Physical preparation and fitness
- Outdoor and adventurous expeditions
- Equality and diversity
- Citizenship
- Responding to emergency service incidents
- Communication and technology
- Visits to a variety of public service organisations with talks from industry experts
- Residentials at public service establishments, including expedition weekends
Opening up opportunities...
If you are not yet clear on your ultimate career pathway, then our Uniformed Public Services course is an ideal qualification designed to develop your skills leading to a range of employment opportunities. It could be your exciting first step towards a career as a Police Officer, Fire Service Officer, Army Officer, Naval Officer, Fitness Instructor, Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) or Maritime Operations Officer (coastguard).
Many people at school said Hopwood Hall was really good, the UPS facilities are better than any other college around and the majority of the UPS tutors are ex-services, so they know exactly what they are talking about. The tutors are supportive, so take advantage of it and work hard in the process.
