This qualification is designed to be the substantive part of a 16–19 study programme for learners who want a strong core of sector study and a focus on the uniformed protective services. It can be taken alongside a complementary or contrasting area of study as part of a two-year, full-time study programme. This qualification supports progression to higher education if taken as part of a programme of study that includes other BTEC Nationals or A Levels, and to employment in the uniformed protective services.

Externally-assessed units: 

Each external assessment for a BTEC National is linked to a specific unit. All of the units developed for external assessment are of 90 or 120 GLH to allow learners to demonstrate breadth and depth of achievement. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade awarded. 

Internally-assessed units 

Most units in the sector are internally assessed and subject to external standards verification. This means that you set and assess the assignments that provide the final summative assessment of each unit, using the examples and support that Pearson provides. 

Unit 1: Citizenship and Diversity (Pearson-set) Level: 3 Unit type: Pearson-set and internally assessed Guided learning hours: 120 Unit in brief Learners investigate citizenship and the diverse nature of communities in the UK, together with the rights and responsibilities of citizens and those that serve them. 

Unit 2: Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services Level: 3 Unit type: External Guided learning hours: 120 Unit in brief Learners investigate factors that can affect behaviour and their impact on the discipline of individuals and groups in the uniformed protective services. 

Unit 4: Physical Preparation, Health and Wellbeing Level: 3 Unit type: Internal 
Guided learning hours: 90 Unit in brief Learners study the components of fitness and lifestyle factors. They will develop skills in improving personal fitness and meet the fitness entry requirements of uniformed protective services. 

Unit 5: Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services Level: 3 Unit type: Internal Guided learning hours: 120 Unit in brief Learners study the dynamics of team building and team leadership, participate in team-building activities, and learn the methods of communication used by the uniformed protective services. 

Unit 6: Government and the Protective Services Level: 3 Unit type: External Guided learning hours: 90 Unit in brief Learners study the range and scope of service provision, and the impact that the government has on the work of the protective services. 

Unit 11: Expedition Skills Level: 3 Unit type: Internal Guided learning hours: 60 Unit in brief Learners develop the skills needed to plan, participate in and reflect on outdoor expeditions. 

Unit 13: Introduction to Criminology Level: 3 Unit type: Internal Guided learning hours: 60 Unit in brief Learners explore the theories of criminology used to explain, measure and tackle crime and criminal behaviour in England and Wales, and their influence on the uniformed protective services. 

Unit 15: Police Powers and the Law Level: 3 Unit type: Internal Guided learning hours: 60 Unit in brief Learners explore key elements of the legal system relating to the criminal trial process. They will look at the legal personnel involved as well as investigating police powers and their limitations. 

Teaching Team

Mrs M. Evans

Mr M. Wright

Mr A. Boughton

Curriculum Summary