Level 2 Uniformed Public Services

About this course

The Level 2 Extended Certificate in Uniformed Public Services is a disciplined course that is designed to prepare young people for entry into either the Emergency Services or Armed Forces. The course offers a mixture of practical and academic study in a range of subject areas. The Course includes a number of trips and visits that are designed to support learning within the classroom and form part of the ongoing assessment process. Trips include visiting the Houses of Parliament, a self-guided crime tour of London, overnight expeditions, the Imperial War Museum, climbing and orienteering. The course is continuously assessed through assignments, practical tasks and case studies.

There are two externally assessed units as part of this qualification. Students are also required to take part in work experience as part of their study programme.
 

Additional qualifications

Throughout the course students will have the opportunity to gain and additional first aid qualification.

What will the course involve?

Units Covered

• Roles & Work of Public Services
• Crime and Its Effect on Society
• Health and Fitness
• Volunteering
• Multi-day Expeditions

Additional qualifications

Throughout the course students will have the opportunity to gain and additional first aid qualification.

Equipment needed

Required to purchase and wear Brooklands College uniform, this includes, boots, trousers, polo-shirt and jacket.

What qualifications will I need?

5 x GCSE’S grades 3-9 must include English & Maths, or Level 1 Preparation for Sport and Uniformed Services

Desirable attributes and qualities

Belongs to a cadet or youth organisation, completed or undertaking Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and takes part in community-based volunteering. Being physically active and working outdoors.