Public Protective Services - Level 1

If you are interested in working in any of the Uniformed Services, e.g. ambulance, fire, police, armed services, this course will provide a solid start to your career.

On this course you will take the following units:

• A1 - Being organised
• A2 - Developing a Personal Progression Plan
• A3 - Working with others
• A4 - Research project
• P55 - Finding out about Public Services
• P56 - Taking part in Fitness Testing
• P57 - Carrying out Security Services
• P58 - Responding to an incident
• P59 - Planning and navigating a route
• P512- Taking part in sport and adventurous activities

You will take physical training, a mandatory part of the course, to help increase fitness levels to ensure you can pass a Uniformed Services fitness test. This will include:

• Running.
• Circuit training.
• Fitness training in a weights room.
• There will also be many opportunities to participate in team activities on the obstacle course.

Other activities or visits

Other activities throughout the year will include:

• Inter-group competitions (Cross country, log-run, competition Day).
• Police Riot Training.
• Visiting Service speakers.

You will be given the opportunity to spend time away with the Armed Forces looking at various trades within them. These will include:

• RAF Honington.
• Commando Training Centre Royal Marines.
• Royal Navy.

You will also visit the local fire station and have the option of completing a Duke of Edingburgh (DofE) award at Bronze, Silver or Gold level. There are a number of other opportunities that develop through the year.

Additional costs

There are some optional costs for this course for trips and awards. All costs are approximate and will be confirmed closer to the time of the event. If you are eligible for financial support, we may be able to contribute towards these costs. Please click here for more information about financial support.

To qualify for the qualification you will need to complete a portfolio of evidence for all unit work, which is assessed regularly.

You will also complete 60 hours work experience alongside this course.

Whilst there are no general grade entry requirements for our level 1 programmes, you will be expected to show:

• A good attitude towards learning and a willingness to progress, including in English and maths (if applicable)
• A keen interest in the subject and a commitment to working hard

You will be invited to an information session / initial assessment and applicant experience day (if you have been offered a place before May) before you start your course to help ensure this is the best course for you.