Course overview
The two year Level 3 Diploma in Military Preparation (smaller than the Extended Diploma) is designed to give you a range of practical skills and a good understanding of the military and other protective services. This course would suit someone who is looking to progress to a Foundation Degree as part of their progress into the military services and offers the required UCAS points for officer level entry. This course is a combination of academic, practical and vocational studies and all students will take part in a variety of activities such as team building, military skills, fitness training and outdoor adventure.
The first year of study will be focussed on military knowledge and will include enrolment in the Kingston Maurward College Combined Cadet Force whilst the second year will help develop your wider understanding of the Protective Services. You will experience hands on delivery by participating in military camps and receiving training from different regiments within the military services, and through fitness training and personal development this course will give you the necessary skills to complete the first stages of the armed forces recruitment and training.
As well as gaining a clear insight into military life and the necessary skills to pass all the Tri Service selection processes, you will be studying a Level 3 Public Services qualification which will give the academic skills to progress into higher education.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at minimum grades 9-4 or A*-C, including English, maths OR Level 2 Diploma at Merit level including English and maths grades 9-4 or A*- C. You will need a high level of enthusiasm for a career in the Armed Forces, enjoy outdoor adventure pursuits.
Course Structure
Course Description
All students will have the opportunity to join the Combined Cadet Force (CCF), Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme (DofE) and can participate in Football and Rugby at various levels with the chance of joining the British Colleges Leagues college team.
You will have the opportunity to study GCSE Maths or English alongside this qualification
Units
Citizenship and Diversity (Pearson-set)
Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services
Physical Preparation, Health and Wellbeing
Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
Skills for Outdoor Activities and the Uniformed Protective Services
Principles of Managing Security Threats
Year 2
Government and the Protective Services
Expedition Skills
Developing Personal Fitness Programmes
Professional Development in the Uniformed Protective Services
Progression
Further training to become: army soldier, merchant navy deck officer, police officer, prison officer, Royal Air Force