Team of firemen hosing down a building
two firemen walking past a fire engine carrying a dummy in a training exercise

Public Services

The uniformed, public/protective 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 Protective 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. Career paths may include the Police Force, Ambulance Service, Armed Services, Air Force, Fire Service, Prison Service and Security.

A career in policing can open a world of opportunities. The opportunity for you to make a real difference in the communities you serve, the opportunity for you to meet exciting and varied daily challenges, and the opportunity for you to progress through the huge range of career pathways available in the service.

"Talking to the Area Commander for Kingston Fire Brigade, army personal and police officers about their roles face to face was really cool!" ARCHIE COLES-WITHEY, PUBLIC/PROTECTIVE SERVICES STUDENT

Archie at a fire station