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Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Doncaster

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Doncaster. Classes run at Doncaster College, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your prior qualifications and personal circumstances.

The course runs for one year and covers the structure and roles of public services such as the police, fire service, and prison service. You'll develop leadership and teamwork skills, improve your fitness, and take part in outdoor activities and work experience. There are no entry requirements.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services.

Who this course is for

This course will enable you to examine a range of uniformed public services and make informed decisions about their future career. The course combines theory and practical application of knowledge to develop essential leadership and team work skills and improve personal fitness levels to meet the entry requirements of your chosen Public service. You will participate in outdoor activities, practical sport, fitness testing & training, PPD, tutorials, work experience, delivering activities

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of different uniformed public services.
  • You'll develop leadership skills through practical activities and teamwork exercises.
  • You'll improve your physical fitness to meet public service entry standards.
  • You'll take part in outdoor activities and sport as part of your training.
  • You'll build personal development skills through tutorials and PPD sessions.
  • You'll gain work experience relevant to your chosen public service.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver activities in a team setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical activities, outdoor exercises, and sport. Fitness testing and training are part of the programme. You'll also complete work experience and take part in tutorials. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and personal development activities carried out throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, applies to join a UK police force after further training.
  • Firefighter, applies to a fire and rescue service after passing entry assessments.
  • Prison officer, works in a custodial setting managing and supporting offenders.
  • Armed forces recruit, joins the army, navy, or RAF as an enlisted member.
  • Community support officer, assists police in a non-warranted public-facing role.
  • Border Force officer, works at ports and airports on immigration and customs.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, a natural next step that deepens your knowledge and strengthens your application to uniformed services.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services, a broader qualification for those aiming for higher entry grades.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or Custody and Detention, earn while you gain recognised on-the-job training in a public service role.
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