Entry to the Uniformed Services NCFE Diploma Level 3

Entry to the Uniformed Services NCFE Diploma Level 3 Awarding Body NCFE Course Details To provide students with knowledge, understanding and skills required for successful employment in the Uniformed Services, where learners focus on one service of their choice with an emphasis on the leadership of others. All students are required to successfully complete the following 5 mandatory units: Prepare for employment to a chosen uniformed service Develop aspects of physical fitness Refine leadership skills Legal implications of physical actions Carry out advanced map reading and navigation across open country. Plus complete 3 specialist units. In addition to the above, functional skills will also be delivered. Students are required to purchase and wear Public Service Department kit in all practical activities, or as directed by staff. A Course For Students who are thinking about a career in the Uniformed Services including the Army, Navy, Fire, Police & Prison Service, but need a year’s courseto develop life skills and fitness levels before entry. Entry Requirements Four GCSEs at grade C or above, one of which must be English, or a Public Services BTEC Level 2 with an average grade of ‘merit’ or equivalent plus English at Level 2. Assessment Throughout the programme students are continuously assessed using a variety of methods and must produce a portfolio of evidence. Functional skills are also included in the programme and assessed externally. Learning Outcome NCFE Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services. Progression after Programme Employment in the Uniformed Service