The uniformed and public services, including ambulance, fire, police and armed services, play a vital role in the welfare and safety of people at home and abroad, on the front-line and behind the scenes.
Our Public Services courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed in your chosen career and will develop your confidence, initiative, independence, fitness and your approach to challenges.
You will go on field trips to find out more about public services issues and test your skills and challenge yourself in team building exercises.
Career paths may include the Police Force, Air Force, Fire Service, Prison Service and Security.
"I enjoy learning about all the public services and I have found learning about British values really interesting." Bethany Grech, Public Services Level 3
“I chose to study at Carshalton College as it was local to me plus it felt welcoming and friendly. I started on the Public Services Level 2 course and really enjoyed it. I am now on the first year of the Level 3 course. I enjoy learning about all the public services and I have found learning about British values really interesting. I initially struggled with English but helped by my tutors, I overcame my difficulties and passed the GCSE in English.
I volunteer with the Fire Cadets, which I started doing at school, I am in my 4th year and have become a volunteer instructor helping other young people. The work placement has been a great experience and has helped me with my studies.
I plan to progress onto year 2 of the Level 3 course and hope to pursue a career as a Firefighter.”
