This practical and hands on course provides an opportunity to learn an in-depth understanding of the principles of the uniformed services sector whilst also gaining transferable skills that can be applied to any workplace or further study. You will receive a good balance between practical and physical lessons as well as classroom based study looking at theories and application of content studied. You will develop skills in leadership, coaching, conflict management, personal protection, teamwork, communication and drill. Exploring topics such as crime scene investigation, the roles of the judicial system in society, the impact of the government policies and the influences media has on communities you will also apply theories and academic approaches to problems and scenarios faced within different uniformed services. Alongside all of this, you will develop and be assessed against your own practical and fitness levels, preparing you for entry to any of the uniformed services.
Prepare for a career in a chosen uniformed service
Develop aspects of physical fitness for entry to the uniformed services
Develop leadership skills
Equality and diversity
The impact of war and conflict on uniformed services
Sports coaching
Discipline in the uniformed services
Crime scene investigation
Conflict management and personal protection
HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?
You will take part in a range of practical and physical activities as well as classroom sessions.Throughout your studies, guest speakers from across the industry will share their career journeys and guide you through hands‑on activities and assessments.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Assignments
Case Studies
Class Activities & Discussions
Oral Questionning
Portfolio of Evidence
Practical Assessments & Tasks
Practical Demonstrations
Presentations
Projects
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
This qualification is designed to support individuals into careers within any of the uniformed services. If you would like to progress to university degree programmes this qualification combined with the Level 3 in Criminology is worth up to 168 UCAS points (depending on your grades). You could progress to degree courses in a range of related areas such as criminology, law, sport, psychology and policing.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?
This course can only be studied as part of a combined studies package. It will run subject to sufficient student numbers and availability of government funding.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You will need five grade 5s including English or maths. This course can only be studied as part of a combined studies package.
