NCFE for Entry to the Uniformed Services, Level 2

Is this course for me?

If you are looking for a rewarding career in the uniformed services, then this Public Services course is for you. Enrolling in this course will unlock amazing opportunities for you linked with uniformed Public Services – from riot training with the Police to fire and rescue days and numerous activities linked with the armed forces including, outdoor and adventurous activities (OAA).

We work towards promoting respectful, active citizens through additional duties and participation in all formal College events, so if you like representing people/organisations with pride, you will enjoy this. 

Study Overview

To ensure you have a throughout understanding of the industry ready for entry to the workforce, all learners will study the following units:

• Public Service Skills & Support for the Community
• Employment in Uniformed Public Services
• Health & Fitness for Entry into the Uniformed Public Services
• Volunteering 
• Activities & Teamwork for the Public Services
• Sport & Recreation in the Public Services
• Expedition & Land Navigation Skills
• Aspects of Law and the Public Services

Examples of enrichment trips include: Police riot training, outdoor and adventurous activities such as mountain climbing, boot camp, counter-terrorism experience and guest speakers from a range of local uniformed public services.

Progression and Employment Opportunities

This course is designed for entry to the uniformed services. Upon successful completion, depending on your goals and aims, you could progress with the following:

• Level 3 course
• Employment (subject to age restrictions)
• Apprenticeship

Additional Qualifications Studied

You will study Life Skills and continue to study a maths and English qualification if you have not achieved a Grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2. 

We collaborate with stakeholders, including Essex Air Ambulance and Essex Police, to enhance our Public Services courses based on industry feedback.

Please note that the above addition may only apply to specific Public Services programmes.