BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Darlington. Classes run full-time at Darlington College, five days a week during the day. You need to have completed the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services to join this course. If you are 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you are 19 to 23 years old, fees may apply. Call Darlington College's Student Services Team on 01325 503030 to check your funding options. This level 3 btec uniformed protective services course runs over 34 weeks and builds on your Extended Certificate, exploring key issues that shape the protective services. It is designed to support progression to a related degree or employment in the services.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed as a full-time programme of study for learners who want to focus on the uniformed protective services sector, with the aim of progressing to higher education to a related degree course or employment in the services. This qualification supports progression to higher education in its own right. It will build upon what is achieved through the completed Extended Certificate, studying key issues that impact upon the protective services.
Entry requirements
You need to have completed the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services.
What you will learn
You'll examine the key issues and challenges facing uniformed protective services in the UK.
You'll develop your understanding of how protective service organisations are structured and managed.
You'll explore the physical, mental, and professional demands of working in the services.
You'll study topics that support progression to higher education in protective services or related fields.
You'll build on the knowledge and skills gained through your BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Darlington College, five days a week. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma is through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units require timed tasks or set tasks under controlled conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Darlington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer: apply to a force after completing your degree or direct entry
Firefighter: entry-level role with a fire and rescue service
Army soldier or officer: join through the British Army recruitment process
Royal Navy rating or officer: entry via Royal Navy application
Prison officer: work in custody and rehabilitation in the prison service
Border Force officer: work at ports and airports on immigration and customs
Paramedic: progress via a degree and NHS recruitment
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Uniformed Protective Services or Criminology: the natural next step after this Diploma, supported directly by this qualification.
Degree in Policing (Professional Policing Degree): required for the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship route with some forces.
Level 3 BTEC qualifications in Sport or Public Services: if you want to broaden your options before applying to higher education.
