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Public Services (Uniformed) Diploma Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This vocational course will introduce you to the key areas of uniformed public services, covering a variety of public service skills.The course is run by an inspiring team of highly qualified lecturers, all of whom have public services experience, and will give you a good understanding of public services; developing your abilities within an active and challenging environment.You will accumulate a variety of skills including communication, independent learning, problem solving, teamwork, interpersonal skills and fitness, ensuring you meet the levels that are required to work in this mentally challenging and physically demanding sector.This course allows progression to the advanced programmes in either policing or uniformed public services, or you could also enter employment in the Fire Service, Royal Air Force, Army, Royal Navy, Prison service and border agency.

What you need to get on

Four GCSE passes to Grade 3 (to include mathematics and English) or an equivalent qualification, plus an interest in public services and the motivation to succeed. However, this course offers flexibility on the outcome of a personal interview and selection process with the curriculum staff. Students who do not have GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths will be required to continue with a course of study throughout their time at college.

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

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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