Level 3 BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services Course in Ilkeston. Classes run at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. This is the first year of a two-year programme. You'll study teamwork and leadership, physical preparation, discipline, criminology, citizenship, and police powers and the law, in both practical and classroom settings. The programme is designed to prepare you for higher education in public services or a related field. Entry requires the majority of your GCSEs at grades 5 to 9, including English and Maths.
Who this course is for
This programme is an ideal route for students who have a clear target for future studies at university. Students should have a keen interest in a named Public Service, or should be looking to develop their leadership skills or knowledge of the security sector. This is the first year of a two-year programme equivalent to studying three A-levels.The programme develops your knowledge and skills over two years, enabling you to progress to higher education studies. In both practical and theoretical settings, you will study advanced concepts in teamwork and leadership, physical preparation, behaviour and discipline, criminology, citizenship, and police powers and the law.All students will be offered a conditional place on our Foundation Degree in Criminology (Offender Management) when progressing to Year 2 of the programme.
Entry requirements
The entry requirements are for the majority of your GCSE grades to be between 9-5, including English and Maths. Students should have a clear target for further study at university.Any achievements in BTEC Public Services qualifications at Level 2 will only be considered if at Merit or Distinction grade.You are expected to maintain high standards of discipline, punctuality and attendance. It is essential that you work to the deadlines set or you risk not achieving your programme of study.Practica
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced knowledge of teamwork and leadership in public service contexts.
You'll study physical preparation and the standards expected in uniformed services.
You'll explore behaviour, discipline, and professional conduct.
You'll examine criminology and its relevance to protective services.
You'll learn about citizenship and civic responsibility.
You'll study police powers and the law as they apply to uniformed roles.
You'll build the academic skills needed to progress to university-level study.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based theory and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and coursework rather than formal exams, which is typical of the Pearson BTEC approach. You're expected to meet deadlines and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality throughout the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Police officer, working in law enforcement and community safety
Army, Navy, or RAF soldier or officer, serving in the armed forces
Prison officer, maintaining safety and order in custody settings
Firefighter, responding to emergencies and protecting the public
Border Force officer, managing entry and security at UK borders
Security officer, protecting people and premises in the private sector
What you could study next
Year 2 of the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, completing the full two-year programme equivalent to three A-levels.
A Foundation Degree in Criminology (Offender Management), which the college offers as a conditional progression route for Year 2 students.
A degree in Criminology, Policing, or a related subject at university, building on the knowledge gained at Level 3.
