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NCFE Level 2 Diploma - Entry to the Uniformed Services

NCFE Level 2 Diploma - Entry to the Uniformed Services

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This one-year course is designed for learners who are considering a career within the Uniformed Public Services.

You will develop the knowledge, practical skills, fitness and professional behaviours required to progress towards careers within services such as the Police, Fire and Rescue Service, Armed Forces, Prison Service and other public and protective services.

The programme combines academic study with practical activities, fitness training, teamwork and problem solving to provide an engaging preparation for further study or employment.

  • Entry Requirements


    4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of an appropriate Level 1 qualification.

    Your GCSE profile should include English and/or maths, or an appropriate Functional Skills qualification.

    Applicants will attend a Meet the Tutor event where suitability, previous achievement, attendance and career aspirations will be discussed.

    A positive attitude towards physical activity, teamwork, discipline and professional standards is essential.

  • Course Content


    You will study areas including:

    Investigating Employment in the Uniformed Services

    Physical Fitness for the Uniformed Services

    Developing Team Working and Problem-Solving Skills

    Health and Safety in the Uniformed Services

    Health and Hygiene in the Uniformed Services

    Following Uniformed Service Routine

    Equality and Diversity within the Uniformed Services

    Additional units may include:

    Map Reading and Navigation

    Adventurous Activities

    Competitive Sport

    Volunteering

    Telecommunications within the Uniformed Services

    These reflect the mandatory and optional units within the current NCFE specification.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Following successful completion you could progress to:

    Level 3 Public/Uniformed Services

    Other Level 3 Sport or Public Services programmes

    Apprenticeships

    Employment-related opportunities within the sector

    Long-term career pathways can include the Police, Fire and Rescue Service, Army, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and Prison Service.

  • Additional Information


    Duration and Delivery:

    1 Year

    Practical activity and physical fitness are important parts of this course and learners should be prepared to participate fully.

    Visits, guest speakers and Public Services-related enrichment activities may be included throughout the year.

    A high standard of attendance, punctuality, behaviour and professional conduct is expected.

  • Course Structure


    Duration: 1 Year

    This is a full-time programme combining vocational lessons, practical Public Services activities, fitness training and tutorials.

    The NCFE Level 2 Diploma contains 370 guided learning hours and requires learners to achieve 43 credits.

    Tutorial sessions, English and Maths will also form part of your study programme where required.

    You will be expected to demonstrate the attendance, punctuality, discipline and professional standards associated with progression into the Public Services.

  • Assessment Details


    Assessment takes place throughout the year and may include:

    Coursework and assignments

    Practical assessments

    Fitness activities

    Presentations

    Professional discussions

    Group tasks

    Portfolio evidence

  • Teaching and Learning


    You will learn through classroom teaching, practical activities, fitness sessions, scenario-based exercises, teamwork activities, presentations, independent study and vocational projects.

    Where possible, learning will be linked to realistic situations and expectations within the Uniformed Services.