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Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Nantwich – Reaseheath College

CostFREE
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

Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Nantwich. Classes run at Reaseheath College, full-time over 35 weeks.

The course covers leadership, citizenship and teamwork. You'll also take part in adventurous activities such as rock climbing and water sports. There's a chance to join an army taster course and train alongside Cheshire Police and Fire Service. You'll need GCSE Maths or English at Grade 4 or above, or an equivalent qualification. There is also an interview as part of the application.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services.

Who this course is for

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

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

There’ll 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

Maths or English at GCSE Grade 4 or above or equivalent qualification. Students will be assessed on interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore leadership skills and how they apply in uniformed services.
  • You'll study citizenship and its role in public service work.
  • You'll develop teamwork skills through practical and theory-based activities.
  • You'll take part in adventurous activities including rock climbing and water sports.
  • You'll gain experience working alongside Cheshire Police and Fire Service.
  • You'll complete an army taster course to understand military life.

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom theory with real-world activities. You'll attend daytime sessions at Reaseheath College. Teaching includes practical adventurous activities, visits, and work with emergency services. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC is coursework-based, using assignments and unit tasks rather than traditional exams.

What you will need to bring

Reaseheath College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer, requires further training and selection after this qualification.
  • Firefighter, this course supports your application but further assessment is needed.
  • Prison officer, entry-level roles in the prison service may be open after this course.
  • Army or armed forces recruit, this qualification supports your application to enlist.
  • Community support officer, a stepping stone while working toward a police officer role.
  • Emergency services support staff, roles in control rooms and administration.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services, a larger qualification covering more units if you want to go further before employment.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Public Services, a natural next step into higher-level study.
  • A degree in Criminology, Policing, or Public Services (Level 6), useful for officer-level careers or specialist roles.
  • Apprenticeship in Policing or the Fire Service, an earn-while-you-learn route into a uniformed role.
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