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Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in Weymouth – Weymouth College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 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 Weymouth. Classes run full-time at Weymouth College, daytime, over one year. The course covers a broad range of public service areas, from uniformed roles in defence, emergency services, security and justice, to non-uniformed roles in central and local government and related sectors. You'll also develop transferable skills valued across public service employment and take part in taster sessions and outdoor activities. Entry is by interview. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and maths, or a Level 2 Diploma in Public Services with Merit.

Who this course is for

The Public Services offer a range of diverse and exciting opportunities. This qualification has been developed to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of public service areas from uniformed roles in defence, emergency, security and justice, to non-uniformed roles in central and local government, as well as related voluntary and private sector agencies. You will gain a wide range of transferable skills needed for public service employment and have the opportunity to be involved in taster sessions, trips and visits. There will also be a programme of guest speakers. You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment, or for progression to courses such as BTEC Higher Nationals, Foundation degrees or Honours degrees.

Entry requirements

Selection is by interview. You should have at least 5 GCSEs at minimum grade C including English and maths or equivalent or a Level 2 Diploma in Public Services with Merit. Mature students will be assessed on the basis of an interview. You should be interested in all aspects of Public Services, outdoor activity and sport

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the structure and roles of uniformed and non-uniformed public services.
  • You'll develop knowledge of defence, emergency services, security and justice sectors.
  • You'll build transferable skills relevant to public service employment.
  • You'll take part in taster sessions linked to real public service environments.
  • You'll engage in outdoor activity and sport as part of your training.
  • You'll study the work of central and local government agencies.
  • You'll examine voluntary and private sector organisations that support public services.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day at Weymouth College. The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete coursework, projects and practical tasks throughout the year. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units include external assessments set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Police officer: entry-level role in UK police forces
  • Firefighter: operational role with fire and rescue services
  • Army soldier: entry-level uniformed role in the British Army
  • Prison officer: custody and rehabilitation work in the justice system
  • Border Force officer: security and immigration control at UK borders
  • Paramedic (trainee): emergency care, typically requires further study
  • Local government officer: administrative and community-facing public sector roles
  • Security officer: protective services in private and public sector settings

What you could study next

A Level 3 Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels and can support applications to university. You could progress to a degree in Criminology, Policing, Security Management or Public Services. Alternatively, the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is an option if you want to teach in this area. Many learners use this qualification as a foundation before applying directly to the armed forces, police, or fire service recruitment programmes.

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