Course Overview
If you want the opportunity to gain a realistic understanding of the features of each Uniformed Protective Service or Armed Services and the expectations they have of serving members of the public, this is the ideal course.
Our students are equipped with the vital skills for a career in the uniformed protective services sector. From teamwork and leadership to discipline and planning, our courses will prepare you for what lies ahead. If you’re not sure what that is yet, we’ll help you to figure it out with talks from different organisations and field trips to explore your options. Our students have engaged with Royal Marines, the British Army, Victim Support, Counter Terrorism Policing, Crimestoppers, and the police.
You’ll complete at least one week of work experience within the protective services industry. It’s your chance to meet the challenges and rigours of service life. Our strong links with Gloucestershire Constabulary, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, the RAF, Royal Marines, and British Army, as well as various outdoor adventure centres, provide fantastic opportunities. We’ll support you to find the
right work experience for you.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include Mathematics and English Language.
Learn through a blend of academic study and practical sessions. You’ll spend one day a week putting everything you learn in the classroom into practice in the real world. From police team building to being a firefighter for a day, you'll get an insight into your future career options. You’ll also take part in overnight expeditions, indoor climbing, command and control exercises, RAF practical days, and fitness sessions to replicate the tests in the emergency services and armed forces.
Practical activities don’t just give you experience. They’re also great for completing industry-recognised qualifications. These will demonstrate your abilities to future employers and show that you’re ready for your next challenge – whether that’s your dream job or university course.
You’ll take part in practical activities and trips to experience different careers in the sector. You could visit the Houses of Parliament for your Government and Protective Services module and Gloucester Crown Court for your Criminology module. During healthy lifestyle and nutritional practical demonstrations with organisations such as the Royal Marines, you'll discover the importance of keeping fit and active, ready to tackle the challenges of the Protective Services.
On successful completion of this course, you could be eligible to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services, followed by employment or university-level study.
The range of opportunities following the course is broad and we aim to give you the opportunity to gain the qualifications and skills, to begin a career in protective services.
Course Overview
Course information
If you want the opportunity to gain a realistic understanding of the features of each Uniformed Protective Service or Armed Services and the expectations they have of serving members of the public, this is the ideal course.
Our students are equipped with the vital skills for a career in the uniformed protective services sector. From teamwork and leadership to discipline and planning, our courses will prepare you for what lies ahead. If you’re not sure what that is yet, we’ll help you to figure it out with talks from different organisations and field trips to explore your options. Our students have engaged with Royal Marines, the British Army, Victim Support, Counter Terrorism Policing, Crimestoppers, and the police.
You’ll complete at least one week of work experience within the protective services industry. It’s your chance to meet the challenges and rigours of service life. Our strong links with Gloucestershire Constabulary, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, the RAF, Royal Marines, and British Army, as well as various outdoor adventure centres, provide fantastic opportunities. We’ll support you to find the
right work experience for you.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include Mathematics and English Language.
What you will study
Learn through a blend of academic study and practical sessions. You’ll spend one day a week putting everything you learn in the classroom into practice in the real world. From police team building to being a firefighter for a day, you'll get an insight into your future career options. You’ll also take part in overnight expeditions, indoor climbing, command and control exercises, RAF practical days, and fitness sessions to replicate the tests in the emergency services and armed forces.
Practical activities don’t just give you experience. They’re also great for completing industry-recognised qualifications. These will demonstrate your abilities to future employers and show that you’re ready for your next challenge – whether that’s your dream job or university course.
Industry experience and career opportunities
You’ll take part in practical activities and trips to experience different careers in the sector. You could visit the Houses of Parliament for your Government and Protective Services module and Gloucester Crown Court for your Criminology module. During healthy lifestyle and nutritional practical demonstrations with organisations such as the Royal Marines, you'll discover the importance of keeping fit and active, ready to tackle the challenges of the Protective Services.
On successful completion of this course, you could be eligible to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services, followed by employment or university-level study.
The range of opportunities following the course is broad and we aim to give you the opportunity to gain the qualifications and skills, to begin a career in protective services.
Why study Uniformed Protective Services at Hartpury College?
Our courses will prepare you to make decisions, problem solve and analyse situations, so you know when to take the lead and when to work as a team. Develop these vital skills through practical sessions, talks and work experience opportunities.
You’ll complete at least one week of work experience. It’s your chance to get stuck in and find your calling. Our strong links with Gloucestershire Constabulary, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, the RAF, Royal Marines and British Army provide fantastic opportunities.
Why study Uniformed Protective Services at Hartpury College?
Our courses will prepare you to make decisions, problem solve and analyse situations, so you know when to take the lead and when to work as a team. Develop these vital skills through practical sessions, talks and work experience opportunities.
You’ll complete at least one week of work experience. It’s your chance to get stuck in and find your calling. Our strong links with Gloucestershire Constabulary, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, the RAF, Royal Marines and British Army provide fantastic opportunities.
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With a BTEC pass rate of 99.8% (Hartpury College 2024), our outcomes for students are exceptional.
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