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BTEC National Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services

at Coastland College, Weymouth · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Public Services offer a range of diverse and exciting opportunities. This qualification has been developed to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of public service areas from uniformed roles in defence, emergency, security and justice, to non-uniformed roles in central and local government, as well as related voluntary and private sector agencies. You will gain a wide range of transferable skills needed for public service employment and have the opportunity to be involved in taster sessions, trips and visits. There will also be a programme of guest speakers. You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment, or for progression to courses such as BTEC Higher Nationals, Foundation degrees or Honours degrees.

What you need to get on

Selection is by interview. You should have at least 5 GCSEs at minimum grade C including English and maths or equivalent or a Level 2 Diploma in Public Services with Merit. Mature students will be assessed on the basis of an interview. You should be interested in all aspects of Public Services, outdoor activity and sport

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Weymouth College

    Cranford Avenue, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7LQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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