Uniformed Protective Services

Course Overview

Ideal if you want to work in areas like the Armed Forces, Police, Ambulance and Fire services, this professional pathway will help you progress.

What will I study?

This course will provide you with the expertise required to gain employment in a wide range of public services. Alternatively, you will be able to continue your studies at university level. You will need to have a strong interest in a variety of services.

Modules

Core Modules

• Citizenship and Diversity
• Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services
• Physical Preparation, Health and Wellbeing
• Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
• Government and the Protective Services
• Global Affairs, the Media and the Uniformed Protective Services
• Planning for and Responding to Emergency Incidents
• Skills for Outdoor Activities and the Uniformed Protective Services

Optional Modules

• Police Powers and the Law
• Professional Development in the Uniformed Protective Services
• Expedition Skills
• Criminal Investigation
• Principals of Managing Security Threats

Entry requirements

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths.

or

• A BTEC Level 2 Diploma or above and GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above.

Why should I choose USP College?

• Compulsory trips and visits on this course are an integral and exciting part
• Links to employability within the public services Opportunity to access Higher Education

Additional costs

To reflect the Public Services Sector, students studying this course will be required to purchase t-shirts/polo shirts and/or a jumper to wear throughout their studies. Prices start from £15 and more information will be shared once students have confirmed their place on this course. 

Students will also need to cover costs for trips on CPD days, a trip to Stubbers in Year 2 (which will be £50) and optional course trips such as visiting New York City or Krakow, Poland. 

What could I do next?

After completing the course you can apply for employment in the Public Services e.g. the Fire Service, Police, Armed Forces and related civilian occupations. You may also progress onto a Higher Education course.

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