Entry to the Uniformed Services
at North Kent College, Dartford · college
What the college says
The 1 NCFE Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services prepares students for entry into the Public Services such as the Police Service, Fire & Rescue Service, Armed Forces, Prison and Border Force. This course provides an ideal opportunity to explore the service you would like to join. You will improve your knowledge and fitness levels and will gain a qualification which you can use to apply for training or for further study. The course consists of 9 units. Units: Investigate Employment in the Uniformed Services Explore Aspects of Physical Fitness Develop Team Working and Problem Solving Skill Carry out Map Reading and Navigation Participate in Adventurous Activities Show an Understanding of Health and Safety and Hygiene Follow Uniformed Services Routine Exploring Equality and Diversity Explore Volunteering and Volunteering Opportunities The NCFE programme will use continuous assessment rather than examinations and you will be able to track your performance as you work towards your targets. You will be encouraged to manage your own assessments and identify where you have met the required standards. Methods of assessment may include web blogs, presentations, practical demonstrations, posters, reports, leaflets, interviews and discussions. To facilitate assessment, you will be expected to devote personal time for your studies. The programme is taught through theoretical and practical training sessions supported by functional skills. Each lesson will provide you with ass
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
North Kent College (Dartford)
Oakfield Lane, Dartford, DA1 2JT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Dartford
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