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Uniformed Services (Entry to) NCFE L2 Diploma

at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course gives you an insight into working in the uniformed public services and offers the opportunity to develop the skills, personal qualities and experience that will help prepare you for further study or employment in this sector.You will learn about public services careers and employability skills; fitness, health, lifestyle, sport and recreation for the public services; teamwork and leadership: map/compass reading, expedition skills and experience; citizenship and society and crime and its effects. The programme consists of a combination of lectures, practical activities, oral presentations, tutorials, individual research and group work. Speakers from other relevant organisations will also visit classes. As part of the course you will be expected to undertake a range of outdoor activities, including visits to various public services, e.g. Army, RAF, Magistrates Court. You will also take part in expeditions which may involve overnight stays. In addition to general class work, you will be expected to use a range of textbooks for research purposes, as well as the IT facilities in the Learning Resource Centre. You will also have the opportunity to obtain additional qualifications and take part in sport enrichment activities. •Investigate Employment in the Uniformed Services •Physical Fitness for the Uniformed Services •Develop Team Working and Problem Solving Skills •Health and Safety in the Uniformed Services •Health and Hygiene in the Uniformed Services •Follow Uniform

What you need to get on

of health. Most chronic conditions (e.g. asthma, epilepsy) would prevent an individual from successfully applying for many of the Public Services

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

  • Honeywell Sports Centre / The Cube

    Honeywell Lane, Barnsley, S75 1BP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Barnsley

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