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Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services NCFE
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Overview
This course will enable you to examine a range of uniformed public services and make informed decisions about their future career.
The course combines theory and practical application of knowledge to develop essential leadership and teamwork skills and improve personal fitness levels to meet the entry requirements of your chosen uniformed service.
You will participate in outdoor activities, practical sport, fitness testing & training.
On successful completion of the course at a merit or above you will be offered the opportunity to progress to level 3 Uniformed services.
You may also complete: NCS, Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award and Basic first aid training.
How you’ll learn
The course is made up of the following units:
- Investigate employment in the uniformed services.
- Physical fitness for the uniformed services
- Develop team working and problem-solving skills.
- Health & safety in the uniformed services
- Health & hygiene in the uniformed services
- Follow uniformed service routine.
- Exploring equality & diversity for the uniformed services
- Carry out map reading & navigation.
- Undertake adventurous activities.
Entry and progression
What you need and where it leads
- Entry requirements
- This course Level 2
- Further study
Entry requirements
5XGCSE’s 3-3 Math’s and English.
Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.
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At this college
At North Lindsey College
Careers it can lead to
- Security Guards and Related Occupations £27,500 a year
- Ambulance Staff (Excluding Paramedics) £27,800 a year
- Police Community Support Officers £27,600 a year
- Communication Operators £34,200 a year
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With further study or experience
- Fire Service Officers (Watch Manager and Below) £37,000 a year
- Police Officers (Sergeant and Below) £46,500 a year
- Health and Safety Managers and Officers £41,500 a year
- Prison Service Officers (Below Principal Officer) £30,500 a year
- NCOs and Other Ranks
- Senior Officers in Fire, Ambulance, Prison and Related Services £55,900 a year
Typical pay is the UK median for each job (Lightcast, October 2026).
Life on the course
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Student Voice
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I’ve improved my time management and punctuality, and learnt new skills for working in the Uniformed Protective Services. It’s been a really interesting experience where I’ve made friends and learnt a lot. I’m planning to go to university or start an apprenticeship.
For parents and carers
Supporting your child’s journey
A Friendly, Welcoming Place
Students are often surprised by how friendly and welcoming college is. It's a supportive community where they'll build genuine friendships and feel part of something.
About student lifeQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listGCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable, not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
About student supportLearning Support
If your child has additional learning needs, our support team works with them from day one. Adjustments are put in place early so they can get the most out of their course.
About learning supportYour next step
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.
2
You meet your tutor
We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.
3
You get an offer
We’ll email you a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
You get ready to start
Come to a taster session in the summer, then enrol in August, bringing your results.