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PROTECTIVE
SERVICES
BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (equivalent to 1 A Level)
This BTEC Extended Certificate is designed to support learners who are interested in learning about
the Uniformed Protective Services sector. It gives them a broad basis of study, designed to support
progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other
appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels.
This course is particularly suitable if you are studying in preparation for employment in the Protective
Services Sector, particularly in job roles where you will be expected to use physical fitness skills,
research skills or carry out customer-facing operational roles. It offers skills for working in the public
sector but also transferable skills for any type of employment. It is suitable if you are considering
a police or military career, but also if you are interested in developing, maintaining and protecting
our society. You will learn by providing evidence gathered from realistic workplace scenarios and
activities. You will gain experience through a wide range of tasks, visiting speakers and visits.
COURSE CONTENT
The course investigates a range of
Protective Services. The units we study are:
• Behaviour and Discipline in the
Protective Services
• Skills for Outdoor Activities
• Team Leadership and Communication
• Professional Development in the
Protective Services
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
CAREER PATHWAYS
Standard Advanced Level entry
requirements
The BTEC Extended Certificate provides
a valid progression on to further study at
Higher Education or a direct route into
employment. It is suitable if you want to
work in any type of Protective Service
organisation or simply develop a wide
range of employability skills
assessment
Exam and assignments
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
Teamwork and leadership skills;
communication skills; problem solving skills:
these are all developed in practical and
written tasks.
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