Uniformed Services

Course description

Providing candidates with opportunities to develop generic employability skills in the context of the uniformed and emergency services.

This course will allow candidates to start to develop the general and practical skills, knowledge and understanding and employability skills needed to work in the sector – providing the fundamental skills required to pursue further training or employment in the public services sector.

The course focuses on developing generic employability skills needed for success in the workplace through a variety of practical experiences in the areas of uniformed and emergency services.

The course consists of four mandatory units:

All the units are at National 4 level. Central to the course is the development of skills that are valued by employers in the uniformed and emergency services. These skills are embedded in all four Units.

Candidates will have the opportunity to develop their employability skills through practical activities in real or simulated working environments, investigations and team-working activities. Candidates will also be involved in self-evaluation of these skills, seeking feedback from others about their skills and identifying areas of improvement whilst taking account of the feedback received.

Whilst you are taking part in the course, you will be required to provide and wear a sports kit and indoor trainers for the fitness and sports elements.

Learning outcome

Progression:

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may be able to progress towards the following full-time course at North East Scotland College: