Uniformed Protective Services (Level 3)
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SUBJECT VISION
Adventurous - The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services shows adventure to students by combining classroom learning with practical, outdoor and physically demanding activities. The course is designed to prepare students for careers in the police, fire service, armed forces, ambulance service, prison service, and other emergency services, so it includes experiences that feel active and challenging rather than purely academic.
Challenging – The course is designed to develop discipline, resilience, leadership, and decision-making skills. Students will complete group tasks and leadership exercises where they will communicate effectively, solve problems quickly, and support others during stressful situations.
Resilience – Students will learn to take part in emergency simulations and timed team activities require students to stay calm and focused during stressful situations. Group tasks help students develop patience, cooperation, and the ability to support others when challenges arise
Curiosity - students will have the opportunity to investigate roles in the police, military, prison service, fire and rescue, border force, and emergency planning. Students will also have the opportunity to explore topics such as government policies, leadership styles, conflict management, and public safety.
Independence- The course helps students become more independent by developing responsibility, confidence, and decision-making skills.
Community- The course encourages respect, responsibility, equality, and helping others
SUBJECT INFORMATION
Level 3 subject information Key Stage 5
Uniformed Protective Services
Students have 5 hours each week.
This subject is taught at Key Stage 5 only
Students will be assessed in Year 12 via a two-hour exam worth 80 marks, in January of Year 12, and then coursework units, which will be presented in the form of power points, word documents and presentations.
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TERM 1 |
TERM 2 |
TERM 3 |
TERM 4 |
TERM 5 |
TERM 6 |
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Year 12 |
Unit 2 Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services LA A AND B
LA D AND E |
Unit 2 Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services LA B AND C
LA E AND F |
15 Police Powers and the Law
LA A |
15 Police Powers and the Law
LA B |
15 Police Powers and the Law
LA C |
Unit 5 Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
LA A |
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Year 13 |
Unit 5 Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
LA A and B |
Unit 5 Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
LA C AND D |
Unit 13 Introduction to Criminology
LA A |
Unit 13 Introduction to Criminology
LA B AND C |
Unit 13 Introduction to Criminology
Complete outstanding coursework Resit of unit 2 exam
LA C |
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CAREERS
Job Opportunities having studied Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services
- Police Officer: Join the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) or as a regular recruit.
- Police Community Support Officer (PCSO): Work on neighbourhood teams to prevent crime and tackle anti-social behaviour.
- Emergency Medical Dispatcher: Answer 999 calls and dispatch ambulance crews.
- Firefighter: Prepare for the highly physical entrance tests and interviews required for the Fire and Rescue Service.
LEARNING JOURNEY
