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Free Level 1 Uniformed Services Course in Ashton-under-Lyne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College, full-time during the day.

You'll need three GCSEs at grade 1 or above, including English and Maths, and a pre-course interview. The course runs for one year. You'll take part in classroom sessions, physical fitness training, outdoor activities, and work experience with uniformed services organisations. Topics include employment in the services, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, and personal development.

You'll finish with the NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course aims to prepare you initially, to develop the skills and qualities to return on the Level 2 Diploma the following year. Some students may feel that they are ready to apply and join their uniformed service of choice. You will engage in various activities such as classroom learning, physical fitness training, outdoor adventures, and a comprehensive work experience program with different Uniformed Service organizations. The topics covered include:

Unit 1 - Investigate Employment

Unit 2 - Well-being and Physical Fitness

Unit 3 - Teamworking Skills

Unit 4 - Developing Self-discipline

Unit 5 - Health and Safety

Unit 6 - Map Reading & Navigation

Unit 8 - Participate in an Adventurous Activity

Unit 9 - Explore Volunteering

Entry requirements

Level 1 (Foundation)

  • 3 GCSEs grade 1 or above including English & Maths.

Candidates are required to undertake a pre-course interview and will be expected to be enthusiastic about embarking on a career in the Uniformed Services and engage fully with all aspects of their study programme which includes:

  • Physical Fitness
  • Teamwork & Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Discipline
  • Personal Development

What you will learn

  • You'll investigate employment opportunities in the uniformed services.
  • You'll develop teamwork and leadership skills through practical activities.
  • You'll build problem-solving skills in real situations.
  • You'll take part in physical fitness training.
  • You'll complete outdoor adventure activities.
  • You'll gain work experience with uniformed services organisations.
  • You'll develop personal discipline and self-management.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, physical fitness sessions, and outdoor activities. Work experience placements with uniformed services organisations are part of the programme. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and unit-based assignments throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applies to join a police force after further training.
  • Firefighter, applies to a fire and rescue service after further training.
  • Prison officer, works in a custodial setting with the Prison Service.
  • Armed forces recruit, joins the Army, Navy, or Royal Air Force.
  • Paramedic trainee, progresses through further study and NHS recruitment.
  • Border Force officer, works at ports and airports in a security role.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma for Progression to the Uniformed Services, the natural next step and the qualification this course prepares you for.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services, a higher-level route for those aiming for officer-level roles or university entry.
  • Apprenticeship in a uniformed service, combines on-the-job training with a qualification while you earn.
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