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Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Crewe

CostContact the provider
Duration8 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Contact Cheshire College South and West for more info about costs.

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About this course

Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Crewe. Classes run at Cheshire College Crewe Campus, full-time during the day.

The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply. You will need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including maths and English, to join. If you do not yet hold a grade 4 in either subject, you will study a GCSE alongside the course.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in the public services. Topics include fitness, teamwork, law, and the structure of services such as the police and fire service. You will finish with a Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services, awarded by NCFE.

Who this course is for

"Please enquire with the colleges Customer Services team to find out more about Entry to the Uniformed (Public) Services Diploma - Level 2 - NCFE suitability for learner types.

Entry requirements

"Four GCSEs at grade 3/D, including a grade 2/3 (E/D) combination for maths and English. Level 2 students who do not achieve a Grade 4 in English and/or maths will study a GCSE in the subject(s) as part of their Study Programme."

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of uniformed public services.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills used in service environments.
  • You'll study physical fitness and the demands of uniformed service work.
  • You'll learn about law, citizenship, and how public services operate within society.
  • You'll practise problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and discipline in a uniformed context.

How you will learn

You will study in a classroom at Cheshire College Crewe Campus. Learning is delivered full-time during the day. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, practical activities, and coursework. There are no formal written exams for the core qualification.

What you will need to bring

Cheshire College Crewe Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, requires further training and passing the national entry process after this course.
  • Firefighter, requires a separate application and fitness assessment with a fire service.
  • Prison officer, entry-level roles may be open after this qualification and further application.
  • Army or armed forces recruit, this course supports your application to join.
  • Community support officer, works alongside police in a uniformed role.
  • Security officer, entry-level uniformed work in public or private settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Public Services, the natural next step for those wanting to progress further in this sector.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services, a broader qualification that strengthens applications to services or higher education.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Public Services, for those considering a management or leadership route.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or Custody and Detention, combines work-based learning with a recognised qualification.
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