Assessment Methods
Work experience is an important element of the course, allowing you to sample the full range of employment opportunities in the armed and emergency services. Previous students visited military establishments such as 40 Commando, the police headquarters at Portishead, and Bristol Airport Fire Service.
There is also the chance to join the week-long British Army ‘Look at Life’ course to gain valuable experience and a thorough understanding of life in the public services. You will be monitored and assessed throughout the course to ensure you achieve as high a level as possible.
Assessment is continuous throughout the course and methods include written work, presentations, evidence logbooks and practical work.
Progression Options
On successful completion, you may progress to the Level 3 in Uniformed Protective Services, Level 3 in Sports Coaching & Development, or another relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification.
Alternatively, you may choose to seek employment in a wide range of related occupations or progress to a Level 3 apprenticeship in a relevant field.
Entry Requirements
You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 2 range with at least one grade 4, or an appropriate Level 1 qualification, together with high levels of motivation and an interest in public services.
Sport and fitness play a large part, as well as a positive attitude and willingness to try. Several public and emergency services organisations require applicants to be clear of certain medical conditions. Therefore, please check the specific role you are interested in before considering this career path.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
We aim to offer a careers service that is accessible to everyone. We will seek to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work. All students have the opportunity to meet with a Careers Advisor for 1:1 career support.
The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
We provide top-quality workshops and teaching areas across our Colleges for subjects such as art, design and media, hair and beauty, catering, automotive engineering and construction. You can review our campus facilities by navigating to the “College Life” section of our websites.
For us, the success of our students always comes first. By investing in our built environment, we are investing in your future.
All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
The Safeguarding Team can offer advice and guidance on anything that may be affecting your young person and their studies – no problem is too big or too small!
Please email our Safeguarding team at staysafe@ucscollegegroup.ac.uk. If you query is urgent, please come to the College Reception and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
If you cannot find an answer to your question in this FAQ section, you can ask us a question by visiting our Contact Us page.
