Creative Centre
NQ Preparation for Uniformed Services
SCQF Level: 5
This course is constructed with major input from the services and includes many of their recommendations for entry. The course consists of in-depth theory and practical units and covers a good range of subjects including core skills, personal leadership activities, fitness sessions, working with others and navigation skills. Applicants are advised to make contact with the chosen service they wish to enter to find out about specific entry requirements.
Duration
18 weeks. Two possible start dates – August and January.
Aim
You will gain knowledge and expertise in subjects including problem solving, numeracy, communication, endurance fitness, resistance training and land navigation. At the end of the course there is a challenging 30 mile walk to be completed within 24 hours.
Opportunities
You will have the opportunity to gain a First Aid Certificate and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
Entry
- Academic qualifications are not essential, however it would be useful to have some experience of study at Standard Grade level or above.
- Mature students without formal qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
- Entry is by interview, where a written piece of work will be requested and a practical fitness test arranged.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Education: Possible progression to the NQ Higher Sport and Fitness or other NQ Higher level courses within the Centre.
Employment: On completion, you will hold a number of useful certificates to support entry to the various services. Applicants are expected to find out all the relevant information required for their chosen service when applying for this course.
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