Level 2
Uniformed Services (Entry into), Diploma
Level 2
Uniformed Services (Entry into), Diploma
If you want a dynamic and impactful career in public services, the Entry into Public Services Diploma offers an ideal starting point. This comprehensive programme is designed to equip you with the essential skills, knowledge, and experience needed to excel in a wide range of public service roles.
Course Overview
By joining our Public Services Career Excellence Hub, you will have unrivalled access to potential employers, including the Army, Navy, RAF, Royal Marines, Fire Service, and Police. Through guest lectures, trips, and work experience, you will gain valuable insight into the industry and meet people who can help shape your career.
Whether you see yourself as a police officer, firefighter, paramedic, or a member of the armed forces, this diploma will provide you with a solid foundation and a pathway to success. Through a combination of practical training, theoretical study, and real-world experiences, you will develop the expertise and confidence necessary to make a meaningful difference in your community.
What will I study?
Our programme emphasises hands-on learning, from mock emergency situations to physical fitness drills. You will engage in a diverse range of practical training, theoretical study, and real-life experiences, ensuring that you are fully prepared for the challenges you will face in your future career. Our dedicated team of instructors brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise from their own experiences in the uniformed services. They will guide you every step of the way, offering valuable mentorship and support as you progress through the programme. We will also support you through the recruitment process, advising you on ways you can stand out to employers.
Additionally, we organise adventurous outdoor residential trips and experiences such as camping, canoeing, orienteering, abseiling, and climbing to enhance your learning experience, build your physical fitness, and develop your problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.
Acquiring the skills that employers need will give you a competitive advantage in your chosen field.
The College facilities include a climbing and bouldering wall, fitness suite, and 3G pitch. We are conveniently located by the beach and Weston Woods, which allows you to complete beach runs and orienteering activities. In addition to technical skills, we focus on nurturing your personal growth and resilience. You will develop self-discipline, adaptability, and confidence, empowering you to overcome challenges and thrive in high-pressure situations.
The focus is to learn and develop new skills, as well as gaining an understanding of what the uniformed services do. We will cover wellbeing and physical fitness, teamwork, self-discipline, response procedures, emergency care, health and safety, law and ethics, map reading and navigation, competitive sports, and employment opportunities.
The course also includes a specialist unit, focusing on either adventurous activities or competitive sports. This qualification will also include access to Weston Sport and enrichment programmes, tutorial support, employability, and study skills.
As part of this study programme, you will develop your maths and English skills, attend tutorials and Individual Development (ID). You will also complete a work placement or extended industry placement. All aspects of your study programme will be discussed at your interview. ##How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through exams, coursework, presentations, and practical activities.
Progression
You will be qualified for a wide range of jobs in the public services industry. You could also enhance your skills by progressing on to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Protective Services at Weston College.
Entry requirements
You’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9–2 (with at least two at grade 4) or a qualifying Level 1 qualification, and while Maths and English aren’t required, you must show a genuine interest in the subject and potential career pathways.
Additional Information
Trips
All our courses offer a wide and extensive trip programme which includes coasteering (jumping off cliffs), canoeing, mountain and hill expeditions, trips to Emergency Services and Military bases.
