Free Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Barnsley. Classes run full-time at Barnsley College Honeywell Campus. Over one year, you'll explore careers across the uniformed public services and develop the skills and personal qualities those services look for. You'll cover public services careers and employability, fitness and health, teamwork and leadership, map reading and expedition skills, and citizenship and society. Note: many public services have health requirements, and some chronic conditions can affect eligibility for certain roles. The course is assessed throughout the year.

Who this course is for

This course gives you an insight into working in the uniformed public services and offers the opportunity to develop the skills, personal qualities and experience that will help prepare you for further study or employment in this sector.You will learn about public services careers and employability skills; fitness, health, lifestyle, sport and recreation for the public services; teamwork and leadership: map/compass reading, expedition skills and experience; citizenship and society and crime and its effects.

The programme consists of a combination of lectures, practical activities, oral presentations, tutorials, individual research and group work. Speakers from other relevant organisations will also visit classes. As part of the course you will be expected to undertake a range of outdoor activities, including visits to various public services, e.g. Army, RAF, Magistrates Court. You will also take part in expeditions which may involve overnight stays.

In addition to general class work, you will be expected to use a range of textbooks for research purposes, as well as the IT facilities in the Learning Resource Centre. You will also have the opportunity to obtain additional qualifications and take part in sport enrichment activities.

•Investigate Employment in the Uniformed Services

•Physical Fitness for the Uniformed Services

•Develop Team Working and Problem Solving Skills

•Health and Safety in the Uniformed Services

•Health and Hygiene in the Uniformed Services

•Follow Uniformed Service Routine

•Explore Equality and Diversity for the Uniformed Services

•Participate in Competitive Sports

You will also be given the opportunity to obtain Functional Skills qualifications in ICT, English and/or maths at an appropriate level.

Entry requirements

of health. Most chronic conditions (e.g. asthma, epilepsy) would prevent an individual from successfully applying for many of the Public Services

What you will learn

  • You'll explore careers across the uniformed public services, including the police, fire service, and armed forces.
  • You'll develop employability skills relevant to public services recruitment.
  • You'll build your fitness, health knowledge, and understanding of lifestyle choices for public services work.
  • You'll practise teamwork and leadership in practical settings.
  • You'll learn map and compass reading, and take part in expedition activities.
  • You'll study citizenship, society, and crime in the context of public services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and outdoor expedition experiences at Barnsley College Honeywell Campus. Assessment is carried out through coursework, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence built up across the year. There are no formal written exams for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College Honeywell Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer - entry route after further training and recruitment
  • Firefighter - competitive entry via physical and written assessment
  • Army, Navy, or RAF recruit - entry-level enlisted roles
  • Prison officer - public sector custody and rehabilitation work
  • Paramedic (trainee) - emergency services, requires further study
  • Security officer - frontline public-facing protective role
  • Border Force officer - ports and airport entry control work

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services - deepens knowledge for those aiming for supervisory or specialist roles in the uniformed services.
  • BTEC Level 3 in Uniformed Public Services - a widely taken next step for learners who want to progress to higher education or direct service entry.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or the Fire Service - earn while you train in a live public services setting.
  • Level 3 qualifications in Sport or Fitness - relevant if you want to pursue a fitness-related role within the services.

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