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134 Health, Public Services and Care<br />
Health, Public Services and Care<br />
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Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services<br />
601/2456/8<br />
Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services<br />
601/2455/6<br />
Facts and Figures<br />
Qualification no/Learning<br />
Aim Reference: 601/2456/8<br />
Guided Learning<br />
Hours (GLH): 370-390<br />
Credit value: 43<br />
Fee per learner: £95<br />
Minimum entry age:<br />
pre-16<br />
Qualification<br />
review date: 31/08/2017<br />
Qualification certification<br />
end date: 31/08/2019<br />
Qualification Aim<br />
This qualification aims to provide<br />
an opportunity for learners with an<br />
interest in a uniformed service to<br />
explore this area <strong>of</strong> employment in<br />
a practical way. It will also provide<br />
informed and prepared potential<br />
recruits for a variety <strong>of</strong> uniformed<br />
services.<br />
Qualification Structure<br />
To be awarded this qualification,<br />
learners must successfully<br />
complete the 7 mandatory units<br />
and a minimum <strong>of</strong> 8 credits from<br />
the optional units.<br />
Units<br />
Mandatory<br />
• Unit 01 Investigate employment in<br />
the uniformed services<br />
• Unit 02 Physical fitness for the<br />
uniformed services<br />
• Unit 03 Develop team working and<br />
problem solving skills<br />
• Unit 04 Health and safety in the<br />
uniformed services<br />
• Unit 05 Health and hygiene in the<br />
uniformed services<br />
• Unit 06 Follow uniformed service<br />
routine<br />
• Unit 07 Exploring equality and<br />
diversity for the uniformed services<br />
Optional<br />
• Unit 08 Carry out map reading and<br />
navigation<br />
• Unit 09 Undertake adventurous<br />
activities<br />
• Unit 10 Participate in competitive<br />
sports<br />
• Unit 11 Explore the use <strong>of</strong><br />
telecommunication in the<br />
uniformed services<br />
• Unit 12 Explore volunteering and<br />
volunteering <strong>opportunities</strong><br />
Assessment<br />
Internally assessed and externally<br />
moderated portfolio.<br />
Support Materials<br />
Mandatory<br />
• Qualification Specification<br />
Optional<br />
• Qualification Support Pack<br />
• Purpose Statement<br />
• Evidence and Grading Tracker<br />
• Sample Portfolios – Pass and<br />
Distinction<br />
• Digital Book<br />
Suitability<br />
This qualification is suitable for:<br />
• Study Programme<br />
• 14-16<br />
• Preparation for work<br />
Facts and Figures<br />
Qualification no/Learning<br />
Aim Reference: 601/2455/6<br />
Guided Learning<br />
Hours (GLH): 380-410<br />
Credit value: 46<br />
Fee per learner: £105<br />
Minimum entry age: 16<br />
Qualification<br />
review date: 31/08/2017<br />
Qualification certification<br />
end date: 31/08/2020<br />
Qualification Aim<br />
This qualification aims to develop<br />
learners’ understanding <strong>of</strong> the<br />
skills and qualities needed to work<br />
in a uniformed service role. It will<br />
enable learners to prepare to make<br />
a recruitment application, or to<br />
progress to the entry qualifications<br />
required for employment in a<br />
uniformed service <strong>of</strong> their choice.<br />
Qualification Structure<br />
To be awarded this qualification,<br />
learners must successfully<br />
complete the 5 mandatory units<br />
and a minimum <strong>of</strong> 16 credits from<br />
the optional units.<br />
Units<br />
Mandatory<br />
• Unit 01 Prepare for employment to<br />
a chosen uniformed service<br />
• Unit 02 Develop aspects <strong>of</strong> physical<br />
fitness for entry to the uniformed<br />
services<br />
• Unit 03 Develop leadership skills<br />
• Unit 04 Understand conflict<br />
management and personal<br />
protection<br />
• Unit 05 Participate in uniformed<br />
service routine<br />
Optional<br />
• Unit 06 Carry out map reading and<br />
navigation across open country<br />
• Unit 07 Understand how the<br />
government, international<br />
organisations and media impact on<br />
the work <strong>of</strong> the uniformed services<br />
• Unit 08 Participate in a sports<br />
coaching session<br />
• Unit 09 Assist in planning and<br />
leading adventurous activities<br />
• Unit 10 Explore the use <strong>of</strong><br />
telecommunication in the<br />
uniformed services<br />
• Unit 11 Understand planning<br />
for emergency situations in the<br />
uniformed services<br />
Assessment<br />
Internally assessed and externally<br />
moderated portfolio.<br />
Support Materials<br />
Mandatory<br />
• Qualification Specification<br />
Optional<br />
• Qualification Support Pack<br />
• Purpose Statement<br />
• Evidence and Grading Tracker<br />
• Sample Portfolios – Merit and<br />
Distinction<br />
Suitability<br />
This qualification is suitable for:<br />
• Study Programme<br />
• Preparation for work<br />
HEALTH, PUBLIC<br />
SERVICES & CARE<br />
Support materials available from:<br />
Support materials available from:<br />
If you are interested in this qualification<br />
you may also be interested in:<br />
• Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the<br />
Uniformed Services<br />
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