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Uniformed Public Services
Do you want a career within Uniformed Public Services as a fire fighter or police constable, or to be part of the RAF or Army?
Our programmes will give you an in-depth understanding of the essential skills and knowledge required to work in your chosen area. Tutors have a wide range of experience so you will gain expert training within all sectors, including: citizenship, government policies, health and fitness, leadership and teamwork. You will also learn about command and control, responding to emergency situations and policies. As a Public Services learner, you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the Alan Higgs Centre, including 3G outdoor pitches, 3G indoor dome pitch, strength and conditioning gyms, 50 metre Olympic swimming pool and analysis rooms.
There are approximately 1,689 Police Officers employed in Coventry and the surrounding areas.
The average salary for a Police Officer (sergeant & below) is £37, 502 per year.
If you want to make a real difference with your career, then public services is a great sector. Job roles include:
- Fire Service Officer
- Prison Service Officer
- Probation Officer
- Police Officer
- RAF Pilot
- Infantry Soldier
- Paratrooper
- Ambulance staff (excluding paramedics)
- Senior Officer in fire, ambulance, prison or related services
- Job roles in the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy or Army
Uniformed Public Services Programmes
Please select the type of qualification you are looking for:
Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Public Services
Campus: City Study Option: Full timeLevel 2 Diploma for Entry into the Uniformed Services
Campus: City & Alan Higgs Centre Study Option: Full timeLevel 3 Extended Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services
Campus: City & Alan Higgs Centre Study Option: Full time
We’ll help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to enter a career in uniformed public services.
Latest News and Success Stories
March 13, 2023
Coventry students learn about the consequences of knife crime
Coventry College students took part in a series of eye-opening workshops about the consequences of knife crime.
May 16, 2022
Learners posted to Coventry HQ to learn about life as an Army Reservist
Students at Coventry College were given an insight into the life of an Army Reservist after visiting the organisation’s Coventry HQ for a series of training and education exercises.
April 28, 2022
Former Student Lands Local Fire Service Role Thanks to College Support
A Coventry mum has praised the support of her local college after securing her dream role saving lives and supporting the community.
April 8, 2022
How Coventry College is helping me to make the best possible preparations for a career in the Police Force
Raj McGarry, volunteer West Midlands Police cadet leader, is hoping for a long and successful career in public service in the region.
December 10, 2021
Learners will be special guests at Coventry City’s home game after completing a National Citizen Service programme
Sport and Public Services learners worked with the team at Sky Blues in the Community to take part in a range of challenges and activities.
November 15, 2021
Remembrance Day Parade by our Public Service Students
College paid tribute to all those who lost their lives and showed such bravery to keep others safe while serving by holding a Remembrance Day Parade
