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BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Nantwich

CostContact the provider
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Nantwich. Classes run at Reaseheath College, full-time during the day over 35 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, so check the college's student finance pages for details on costs and support available. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec uniformed protective services qualification covers leadership, citizenship and teamwork alongside adventurous activities including rock climbing and water sports. You'll also get hands-on experience with Cheshire Police and Fire Service and the chance to join a look-at-life army course. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, Maths and Science or PE, or a Level 2 Extended Certificate in Public Services at Merit.

Who this course is for

If youre keen to start your career in the uniformed public services, this course will help you prepare.

Through theory based and real-world teaching approaches youll explore interesting topics such as leadership, citizenship and teamwork alongside adventurous activities, such as rock climbing and water sports.

Therell also be a chance to participate in a look at life army course and work with Cheshire Police and Fire Service during their training activities.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, these must include English, Maths and Science or PE, or Level 2 Extended Certificate in Public Services at Merit or equivalent Level 2 Diploma

What you will learn

  • You'll explore leadership principles and how they apply in uniformed services
  • You'll study citizenship and the role of public services in society
  • You'll develop teamwork skills through group activities and exercises
  • You'll take part in adventurous activities such as rock climbing and water sports
  • You'll gain insight into police and fire service training through direct participation
  • You'll experience army life through a look-at-life course
  • You'll build understanding of the values and discipline expected in uniformed roles

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom-based theory with real-world activities. You'll study topics through taught sessions and then apply them through practical exercises, adventurous activities and work with services including Cheshire Police and Fire Service. Assessment is through Pearson Edexcel coursework, assignments and unit-based tasks typical of the BTEC Extended Diploma format.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Reaseheath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer - entry-level role in UK constabularies
  • Firefighter - operational role with a fire and rescue service
  • Army soldier - enlisted role across a range of army trades
  • Royal Navy rating - entry-level naval service role
  • Prison officer - custody and rehabilitation work in the prison service
  • Border Force officer - border security and immigration control
  • Paramedic (trainee) - emergency response, requires further study

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree or BA in Public Services - degree-level study for those aiming for officer-grade or management roles in the services
  • Level 3 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services - an alternative or complementary qualification recognised by some employers
  • Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship - a direct entry route into policing that combines work and study at degree level
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