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Entry to the Uniformed Services – NCFE Level 2 Diploma

Qualification

Level 2

Fees

N/A

Type of study

School Leavers

Interview?

Yes

Duration

1 Year

The Entry to the Uniformed Services course provides the skills, preparation, discipline and level of fitness required for a career in the public and uniformed services. An aptitude for developing leadership skills and team work is essential. You will go on a number of field trips and excursions such as a trip to Spain or France to carry out water based adventurous activities, as well as trips to different public services to see them working to gain a real life insight.

 

Four GCSE’s at grade 9-3

 

Unit 1 – Investigate Employment in the Uniformed Services

Unit 2 – Physical Fitness for the Uniformed Services

Unit 3 – Develop Team Working and Problem Solving Skills

Unit 4 – Health & Safety in the Uniformed Services

Unit 5 – Health & Hygiene in the Uniformed Services

Unit 6 – Follow Uniformed Services Routine

Unit 7 – Exploring Equality & Diversity for the Uniformed Services

Unit 8  – Carry out Map Reading and Navigation

Unit 9 – Undertake Adventurous Activities

 

Internally assessed and externally quality assured portfolio of evidence

 

Progression to Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services or employment in the public and uniformed services. The skills learnt on the course are transferable and relevant to the private sector.

  • Police service
  • NHS
  • Fire and Rescue Services
  • British Army
  • Royal Navy
  • Royal Marines
  • Royal Air Force
  • Outdoor activity centres instructor

 

Trips, Uniform & Gym Membership

 

You will have the opportunity to go on various field trips and excursions such as NCS, a trip to Spain/France to carry out water based adventurous activities as well as trips to different public services to see them working to gain a real life insight. There are always additional trips such as a yearly skiing trip in the Alps. Along with:

Talks from the following:

  • British Army
  • Royal Navy
  • Royal Marines
  • Royal Air Force
  • Police Service
  • Fire & Rescue Service

Possible Trips to the following:

  • Andover Fire station
  • Local Army Barracks
  • 2 day camping trip

 

Access to Andover Leisure Centre