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Level 2 Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton

Cost£994.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Entry to the Uniformed Services Course in Budleigh Salterton. Classes run at Bicton College, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 36 weeks. You'll study topics that prepare you for a career in the police, fire service, prison service, or armed forces. Units typically cover fitness and health, teamwork, law and order, and the structure of public services. The NCFE Diploma for the course is a recognised route into uniformed careers.

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

Who this course is for

Choosing between services can be hard without real insight and this course helps you make an informed decision. You will explore entry requirements and experience practical training while developing confidence fitness and teamwork. Interview preparation and testing tasks build readiness for Level 3 or direct applications.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and this must include GCSE English or maths grade 3 or equivalent.

Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group

  • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the English and/or maths requirements of the Level 2 course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of the UK's uniformed services.
  • You'll develop teamwork and leadership skills used in public services.
  • You'll study law, order, and the criminal justice system.
  • You'll learn about health, fitness, and physical preparation for service roles.
  • You'll practise communication and problem-solving in team settings.
  • You'll understand citizenship, community, and the role of public services in society.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and team exercises. Assessment is a mix of assignments, projects, and practical tasks. There are no formal written exams for most units. You'll build a portfolio of work over the course to demonstrate your skills and knowledge.

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, joins a UK police force after further training and assessment.
  • Firefighter, applies to a fire and rescue service after physical and aptitude tests.
  • Prison officer, works in a custodial setting managing and supporting offenders.
  • Armed forces recruit, joins the army, navy, or RAF as an entry-level soldier or rating.
  • 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, deepens your knowledge and strengthens your application to uniformed roles.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services, a broader qualification for those aiming at higher entry grades.
  • Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 2, useful if you need to meet entry requirements for specific services or further study.
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