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Uniformed Protective Services: Military & Outdoor Skills Pathway

  • BTEC level 3 extended diploma
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Overview

The Public Services industry is one of the largest employers in the country. This is a vibrant, vocational course that has both practical and theoretical elements. In choosing the Military & Outdoor Skills Pathway you will gain confidence and important employability skills for entry to the UK Armed Forces and onward progression to university. It is also designed for those with a passion for working in the Adventurous and Outdoor activities industry.

You will have the opportunity to undertake a variety of experiences in a practical and safe manner. You will meet a range of teams that work within the public sector and have the chance to gain first-hand experience and knowledge of the services.

What will you learn?

You will study the human body, components of fitness and methods of training, as well as lifestyle factors and their impact on health and wellbeing.  Within this programme there are also compulsory fitness sessions to help develop your fitness in readiness for application to the public services and to be ready to take on outdoor activities.

You will have two exam units:

• Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services

• Government and the Protective Services

In addition, you will undertake continuous assessment of practical and academic projects and assignments. The visits to, and presentations from the services, are assessed and are a compulsory part of your course and your grade.

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is for you if you want a career in the public sector and uniformed service occupations, such as in the Army, Navy or RAF. It will give you the skills that are necessary for a career in Uniformed Protective Services, but also skills that are transferable and important to any career, such as communication and time management. This course is also useful if you are not yet sure what your future holds because it is multi-disciplinary and therefore covers a large range of subjects, including; fitness, biology, law, outdoor skills, psychology, teamwork, leadership, government and many more. Studying a subject this diverse has the benefit that it can lead to many different courses at university, as well as a variety of careers both in the public and private sector.

Entry Requirements & Other Info
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    You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at grades 9-4 in three or more subjects. You should also have a grade 4 or higher in GCSE English Language.

  • Experiences Arrow down

    This course will provide you with many opportunities depending on the pathway you choose. There will be visits from industry professionals, such as the Bomb Squad, as well as visits to the courts and outdoor activity centres. You will also be able to get involved with our Upskilling Programme, which will offer many different activities to enrich your learning and help you to grow your skills.

  • Progression Arrow down

    Students who complete a qualification in Public Services can go on to complete a degree in an area like Policing. For those who choose the Military and Outdoor Skills pathway, this course also helps to prepare you for becoming part of the Armed Forces, which has many different job areas to explore.

  • Outcomes Arrow down

    Students who complete a qualification in Public Services go on to a wide variety of jobs. These can include: Police Officer, Army Officer, Investigator, Paramedic, Border Force Officer or Security Consultant.

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