Uniformed Protected Services – Level 3

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 35 weeks
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma in Uniformed Protected Services

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More about the course

This course is designed to prepare students for work within a variety of the uniformed services. It is ideal for students who are intending to progress directly to employment or further study.

The qualification is intended as an applied general qualification and is designed to be studied over one year with an option to progress on to the extended diploma. The qualification relates directly to the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers in the uniformed services.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) and above, including Maths and English.

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services.

What will I learn?

Leadership and Teamwork
Behaviour and Discipline
Criminology
Physical Preparation
Professional Development

How is the course taught?

Exams
Practical Exercises
Lectures
Projects
Presentations
Case Studies
Self-directed Independent Studies

How am I assessed?

Exams
Presentations
Class Exercises
Case Studies
Written Assignments

Work experience opportunities

You will be required to complete a work placement of 18 hours.

English and Maths

The ability to accurately record and communicate information is essential in Uniformed Protected Services and we will help you to develop your language skills to improve your ability.

We'll also develop your math skills through fun activities, where you will be tasked to solve problems by devising strategies. You will gain a better understanding of things like orientation, space, time and speed.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course you can progress onto the Extended Diploma. Alternatively you can enter into a wide range of career opportunities. From designated public service roles, uniform and non-uniform, for example; local council, local government, and private security.

Students can also progress onto university to study a variety of subject areas.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.

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Email us: info@carlisle.ac.uk

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18 September 2024

Carlisle College Sports Day for National Fitness Day

Carlisle College hosts its own Sports Day to celebrate National Fitness Day.

16 May 2024

Public Services Employer Encounters

This term in Uniformed Public Services we have had a number of employer encounters with some of the local public services. This has included visits to Penrith and Patterdale Mountain Rescue, the Cumbria Fire Service, Cumbria Police dogs and Maryport Lifeboat Rescue.