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Level 1 Uniformed Services Course in Leeds

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus, full-time during the day. It is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in public services. You will study topics such as teamwork, physical fitness, citizenship, and the structure of uniformed services. GCSE English and Maths are also included as part of your studies. The course runs over one year.

You will need two GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and Maths, to start. You finish with the NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services.

Who this course is for

If you’re in year 11 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career this course is for you. This course prepares learners for the step up to the Level 3 Diploma so that you can progress to university, a police apprenticeship or a higher-level apprenticeship. All learners will also study GCSE English and/or Maths as part of your studies.

Entry requirements

Two GCSEs at grade 2 including English and maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of uniformed services such as the police, fire service, and prison service.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills used in public service roles.
  • You'll build physical fitness knowledge and understand why it matters in uniformed services.
  • You'll study citizenship, community, and the responsibilities of public service workers.
  • You'll practise problem-solving and decision-making in team-based activities.
  • You'll work toward improving your GCSE English and Maths alongside the main qualification.

How you will learn

You will learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and team exercises. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and coursework completed throughout the year. Your GCSE English and Maths are assessed through exams. There are no end-of-year exams for the Diploma itself. You will build a portfolio of work as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, enforces the law and supports communities.
  • Firefighter, responds to emergencies and keeps people safe.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Community support officer, works alongside police in local areas.
  • Military recruit, joins the armed forces in an entry-level role.
  • Border force officer, works at ports and airports on border security.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, the natural next step after this course and a route toward police or fire service careers.
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, combines on-the-job training with a degree for those aiming to become a police officer.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services, a broader qualification that supports university applications in public services or criminology.
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