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Free Level 1 Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton

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

Free Level 1 Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton. Classes run at Bicton College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year. You'll take part in classroom sessions and practical activities covering fitness, teamwork, communication, and resilience. English and maths are built into the programme. The course suits anyone exploring a career in the police, fire service, prison service, or other public services.

You'll need two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or a completed Entry Level qualification, to apply. You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services.

Who this course is for

This course is a strong starting point if you want to explore uniformed services while developing fitness discipline and teamwork. You will take part in practical and classroom sessions that build resilience communication and self-belief with support alongside English and maths.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or successful completion of an Entry Level qualification. Learners with relevant industry experience but no GCSEs at Grade 2 may be considered based on interview. For some courses this may include GCSE English or Maths grade 2 or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop physical fitness and understand why it matters in uniformed roles.
  • You'll build teamwork skills through group tasks and practical exercises.
  • You'll practise communication skills for professional and public-facing situations.
  • You'll learn about the structure and roles of uniformed services such as the police, fire service, and prison service.
  • You'll develop resilience and self-discipline through structured activities.
  • You'll strengthen your English and maths skills alongside the main programme.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons and practical sessions. Activities include group work, fitness tasks, and written assignments. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams for the Diploma itself, though English and maths are assessed as part of the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bicton College 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 carries out fire safety work.
  • Prison officer, manages and supports people in custody.
  • Community support officer, assists police in local areas.
  • Armed forces recruit, serves in the army, navy, or air force.
  • Border Force officer, manages entry points and customs.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Public Services, the natural next step after this course, covering public services in more depth.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, a higher-level qualification that opens more routes into uniformed careers.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or the Fire Service, combining on-the-job training with a formal qualification.
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