Free Level 3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services Course in Newcastle. Classes run at Newcastle College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 34 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career in the police, armed forces, fire service, or other uniformed services. You'll need at least four GCSEs at good grades, including maths or English Language at grade 4 or above, or a Level 2 Diploma with Merit in a relevant subject.
Who this course is for
Full time
Entry requirements
You will need a minimum of four or more high grades at GCSE in subjects relevant to the course you?d like to study, including maths and/or English Language at grade 4 or above. Alternatively, you?ll need a Level 2 Diploma with overall Merit in a relevant subject and maths and English at appropriate levels.
What you will learn
You'll develop an understanding of the structure and roles of UK uniformed protective services.
You'll study the skills and fitness requirements for entry into uniformed services.
You'll explore law, discipline, and the legal frameworks that govern protective services.
You'll learn about teamwork, leadership, and command structures used in the services.
You'll examine citizenship, community engagement, and the role of public services in society.
You'll develop communication and problem-solving skills relevant to operational roles.
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based, full-time course. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and practical tasks. Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualifications use coursework-based assessment rather than traditional exams, so you build evidence of your skills and knowledge throughout the year. You'll complete units assessed by your tutors at the centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police constable, joining a UK police force after further training and assessment
Firefighter, applying to a fire and rescue service
Army soldier or officer, entering through standard armed forces recruitment
Royal Navy or Royal Air Force recruit, progressing through service selection
Prison officer, working in the public sector custodial estate
Border Force officer, working in immigration and customs control
Security officer, moving into close protection or site security roles
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services (Level 3) - a larger qualification that can strengthen your application to university or officer training programmes.
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Policing or Public Services - earn while you train in a live service environment.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Public Services) - if you want to move into degree-level study in criminology, policing, or public administration.
