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Free Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street, full-time over one year.

The course covers a broad range of subjects. You'll study employment opportunities in public services, teamwork and problem solving, health and safety, equality and diversity, health and fitness, and volunteering. You'll also explore areas such as sport, psychology, sociology, and leadership. Learning is delivered through a mix of practical activities, theoretical study, and work-related tasks. Activities include land and water-based trips, a Houses of Parliament visit, and the Duke of Edinburgh challenge.

You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above, including English and maths. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services.

Who this course is for

This exciting course is delivered through a mixture of practical, theoretical and work-related tasks and activities. You will be provided with the chance to study subjects related not only to Public Services but also areas such as Sport, Psychology, Sociology, Leadership and Health. The subjects you will study are wide ranging, engaging and enjoyable, and will enable you to show off your practical and academic ability. You will learn about the following: • Employment Opportunities • Teamwork and Problem Solving Skills • Health and Safety • Health and Hygiene • Uniformed Service Routine • Health and Fitness • Volunteering • Equality and Diversity. In this safe and supportive environment, you'll achieve anything you put your mind to! As part of the course you may also study English and maths to develop your employability skills.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above, including English and maths. Please note: If you have not achieved Level 3 GCSE Maths/English, you will resit these GCSEs alongside your main college course. You should show a genuine interest in the study of public services, be disciplined and committed to working hard.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore employment opportunities across the uniformed public services.
  • You'll develop teamwork and problem-solving skills through practical activities.
  • You'll learn about health and safety and health and hygiene in a public services context.
  • You'll study uniformed service routine and what working in the services involves.
  • You'll build health and fitness knowledge relevant to service roles.
  • You'll gain an understanding of equality and diversity in public services.
  • You'll take part in volunteering and citizenship activities, including a residential week.
  • You'll develop knowledge across sport, psychology, sociology, and leadership.

How you will learn

Learning is delivered through a mixture of practical activities, theoretical study, and work-related tasks. You'll take part in land and water-based activities, trips, and visits. The course also includes talks from public services professionals and a residential citizenship programme. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and assignments completed throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College - Duke Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, joining a UK police force after further training and assessment.
  • Firefighter, applying to a fire and rescue service after this foundation course.
  • Prison officer, working in custody and rehabilitation within the prison service.
  • Army, Navy, or RAF recruit, entering the armed forces as an enlisted member.
  • Community support officer, supporting police in a non-warranted frontline role.
  • Paramedic or ambulance technician, progressing through further health service training.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, a natural next step for those wanting to go further in the sector before applying to services or university.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services, a broader qualification recognised for higher education entry.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or the Fire Service, combining on-the-job training with a formal qualification.
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