Free BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services Course in York. Classes run at York College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec uniformed protective services course takes one year to complete. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed for careers across the police, fire service, armed forces, and other uniformed services. The course covers topics such as law, fitness, leadership, and public service values. It's a Pearson Edexcel qualification, and the btec uniformed protective services classes are delivered on campus.
Who this course is for
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
Entry requirements
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll explore the structure and roles of UK uniformed protective services.
You'll study the law and how it applies to public service work.
You'll develop physical fitness and understand its importance in uniformed roles.
You'll learn about leadership, teamwork, and command structures.
You'll examine public service values, equality, and diversity.
You'll build knowledge of crime, criminology, and the justice system.
You'll practise skills used in emergency response and incident management.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with a mix of assignments, projects, and practical activities. The BTEC format means most of your assessment is coursework rather than exams. You'll complete units throughout the year and build a portfolio of evidence. Some units may involve practical tasks, fieldwork, or visits linked to uniformed services.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. York College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, applying to a force after further training and assessment
Firefighter, entering the fire service recruitment process
Army, Navy, or RAF recruit, using the qualification to support your application
Prison officer, working in custody and rehabilitation settings
Paramedic student, progressing to a degree-level paramedic programme
Border Force officer, working in immigration and customs
Security officer, moving into licensed or government security roles
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services (alternative BTEC route with a different focus)
Foundation Degree or BA in Criminology or Policing, building on your knowledge at university level
Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship, combining work and study to qualify as a police officer
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Public Services, a Level 4 route for those wanting to stay in further education
