Saving lives as the first call of response, protecting others from any type of threat or danger, and generally keeping the country safe are all incredibly important jobs.
You could be working on the frontline for one of the country’s emergency services, to serve and protect for the police, the prison and probation service, the fire service, the ambulance service, the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, the Army, the RAF, or UK Border Force.
It’s not for the faint hearted, but if you think you’ve got what it takes, our protective services study programmes will make a whole range of exciting and challenging careers available to you.
National Foundation Diploma in
Uniformed Protective Services
Certificate/Diploma in
Preparation for Public Services
Introductory Diploma in
Public Services
Campus Key
We work with employer partners across the local region and beyond to provide work experience, masterclasses, workplace tours and other exciting opportunities. Some of our employer partners are:
Former Public Services student
“If anyone has aspirations to join the police force like me, then I really recommend this programme.”
Former Public Services student
“The support I have had at all times has been so positive. It's been about me and what I can do. My tutors have all helped me grow as a person, with confidence and a positive outlook on the future.”
Our protective services students train at our Hillsborough. Students study in the very best facilities, using the best equipment and get the best opportunities around including:
Starting Salary
£19,000
Experienced Salary
£41,500
Starting Salary
£24,200
Experienced Salary
£32,200
Starting Salary
£22,000
Experienced Salary
£38,000
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