BTEC Level 2 Uniformed Public Services Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. The course is fee remitted for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. This level 2 btec uniformed public services qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in or progress toward a career in the uniformed public services, including the police, fire service, and armed forces. You will study topics such as public service skills, fitness, teamwork, and citizenship.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of the structure and roles of the uniformed public services
You'll build physical fitness and understand fitness requirements for public service roles
You'll practise teamwork and leadership skills used in public service environments
You'll study citizenship, community, and the role of public services in society
You'll learn about discipline, uniformed procedures, and working within a hierarchy
You'll explore career pathways into the police, fire service, army, and other services
How you will learn
You will learn through classroom-based sessions at Taunton College. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Diploma is assessed through assignments and practical activities rather than formal written exams. You will complete units covering public service knowledge and applied skills, with work assessed by your tutors throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer (special constable or regular) - entry-level uniformed role
Firefighter - operational role with the fire and rescue service
Army soldier - entry-level role in the British Army
Prison officer - custody and rehabilitation role in the prison service
Paramedic cadet - supported entry route into ambulance services
Security officer - uniformed security and public safety work
Community support officer - police community-facing support role
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services - the natural next step, deepening your knowledge and strengthening applications to the services
Level 3 Diploma in Public Services - an alternative route at the same level with a broader scope
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2 - useful alongside this qualification if you need to meet entry requirements for public service recruitment
Direct application to the armed forces, police, or fire service recruitment programmes
