UNIFORMED PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Serve your community, protect the public, and become a part of something greater than yourself with our UPS courses.
Prepare for a career that makes a difference
Our courses are designed to prepare you for exciting and rewarding careers in the armed forces, emergency services, and wider public protection sector, both in the UK and overseas. You’ll develop the discipline, resilience, and leadership qualities that are essential for success in these highly fulfilling professions.
Through a balance of theory, practical activity, and teamwork-based challenges, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of what it takes to work in front-line and support roles within the uniformed services.
WHY CHOOSE UNIFORMED PROTECTIVE SERVICES?
From the moment you join, you’ll take part in hands-on learning that reflects real-life scenarios. You’ll get the opportunity to:
- Explore topics such as citizenship, law and the legal system, leadership, and land navigation
- Develop teamwork and communication skills
- Test your leadership and decision-making abilities
- Nurture your problem-solving abilities in high-pressure situations
- Enhance your physical and mental resilience
- Learn about the benefits of public service and community engagement.
Join the 999 Academy
As part of your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to join our highly regarded 999 Academy, a unique initiative run in collaboration with local emergency services, including the police, fire and rescue, ambulance, and coastguard. This programme allows you to experience first-hand the teamwork, discipline, and communication required in the world of public service.
You’ll take part in:
- Live training exercises alongside emergency service professionals
- Specialist department visits to understand how each service operates
- Community engagement and outreach activities to support local initiatives
- Real-world simulations that test your ability to stay calm, organised, and focused.
A qualification in Uniformed Protective Services opens the door to a wide range of career routes, both nationally and internationally. Graduates go on to roles in the armed forces, police, fire and rescue, ambulance services, prison and probation services, as well as other key public sector organisations.
If you’re dedicated to serving your community, look no further…
What are you waiting for? Visit us on one of our open days and start your journey towards a rewarding career serving your community and your country!
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