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Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Blackpool – Blackpool Sixth Form College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Blackpool. Classes run full-time at Blackpool Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day. The course takes two years to complete. You'll prepare academically, physically and psychologically for careers across the emergency services, armed forces and other uniformed public services. The level 3 BTEC uniformed protective services qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel and is widely accepted as a route into higher education. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English language or maths.

Who this course is for

What is it? This innovative uniformed public services course provides enriching teaching and learning opportunities to ensure students discover and develop vital skills required to enter employability or further study. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? We will help you to prepare psychologically, physically and academically for a career within our illustrious public services. Whether it is our emergency services, armed forces or an additional service you are seeking to join, you will gain hands-on experience from current serving personnel and ex-serving teachers. Specific course entry requirements: Standard BTEC Programme entry requirements.

Entry requirements

As BTEC level 3 courses are advanced courses, we require five A*- C passes of 4 (C) grade or above (or equivalent) including English language or maths. Please see our website for any specific course requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the structure and roles of the UK's uniformed public services, including the police, fire service and armed forces.
  • You'll develop physical fitness skills and understand the fitness standards required by different services.
  • You'll explore the law and legislation that governs uniformed services and their powers.
  • You'll build teamwork, leadership and communication skills through practical activities.
  • You'll learn how to manage yourself under pressure and in challenging situations.
  • You'll understand the application and selection processes used by public services employers.
  • You'll study current issues affecting public services, including crime, conflict and community relations.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete assignments, projects and reports throughout the two years. Some units are assessed through written exams. Classroom sessions include group work, practical activities and discussions alongside written tasks. There are no end-of-course exams for every unit, as assessment is spread across the full two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police constable: entry-level officer role with a UK police force
  • Firefighter: operational role with a local fire and rescue service
  • Army soldier or officer: roles across the British Army
  • Royal Navy rating or officer: sea-based service roles
  • RAF airman or officer: roles across the Royal Air Force
  • Prison officer: custody and rehabilitation work in the prison service
  • Border Force officer: immigration and customs control at ports and airports
  • Paramedic (trainee): entry route via degree apprenticeship or university

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma is accepted by many universities as a qualification for degree entry. You could go on to study a BA or BSc in Policing, Criminology, Security Management or a related subject. Some learners progress to a Degree Apprenticeship in Policing or a Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship directly with a force. Others pursue a Foundation Degree in Public Services before moving into full degree study.

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