Level 2 NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services

Course Code

Diploma for Entry to the uniformed services

Course Type

Course Duration

1 year

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

1 September, 2025
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Our NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Public Services is designed to challenge, inspire, and prepare you for the real world of public service. You’ll build confidence, leadership, and teamwork skills, take part in exciting outdoor activities, and train like a professional with hands-on experience in fitness, problem-solving, and emergency response. You’ll also have the chance to work alongside industry professionals, gain valuable qualifications, and develop the discipline needed to succeed.

You’ll need GCSE English and Maths at Grade 3 or Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1. You also need to show enthusiasm for the course and be motivated to take part in activities.

Our NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Public Services is designed to prepare you for the challenges and demands of a career in the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces, and more. You’ll explore employment opportunities, learning exactly what it takes to land your dream role.

Units include:

  • Investigate Employment in the Uniformed Services (H/505/9139)
  • Physical Fitness for the Uniformed Services (J/505/9134)
  • Develop Team Working and Problem Solving Skills (T/505/9131)
  • Health and Safety in the Uniformed Services (Y/505/9137)
  • Health and Hygiene in the Uniformed Services (R/505/9136)
  • Follow Uniformed Service Routine (F/505/9133)
  • Exploring Equality and Diversity for the Uniformed Services (D/505/9138)
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You’ll be assessed through coursework and practical activities that reflect real-life public service careers.

Completing this course opens the door to exciting career paths and further study in the uniformed services. You could progress to our NCFE Level 3 in Public Services (equivalent to 3 A Levels), gaining even more skills and experience to prepare for roles in the Police, Fire Service, Armed Forces, Paramedic, Prison & Probation Service, or Border Force.

Some students go straight into apprenticeships or entry-level roles in public services, while others continue their education in Policing, Criminology, or related fields at university.

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