BTEC in Protective Services
Why teach BTEC Protective Services?
Frontline workers are more important than ever - from military personnel to emergency service staff, they’ll continue to play a key role in the country’s infrastructure.
The UK's protective services require the best training. That's where BTEC comes in - with a BTEC in Protective Services, learners will gain valuable hands-on experience which can help them progress to HE or an apprenticeship or go straight into a career in the industry.
Don't just take our word for it. Find out what teachers, employers and, most importantly, learners have to say about BTEC Protective Services.
Teaching BTEC Protective Services at the Henley College
We interviewed Andrew Unsworth, a teacher of Protective Services at the Henley College. Andrew believes BTEC has offered his learners transferable skills opening up a broad range of career opportunities.
Why students choose BTEC Protective Services
We interviewed two former BTEC learners, about why they chose to study Protective Services. Hear how the versatility and accessibility of the course has led to masters and undergraduate degree in Law and a career in the Prison Service.
Royal Air Force Brize Norton: From BTEC to a career in the RAF
We spoke to former BTEC learners employed in the Royal Air Force, to find out how BTEC provided them with the perfect foundation to pursue their careers in the RAF.
Inspire your learners with our free careers poster
With 5.36 million people employed in the public sector across the UK, there’s plenty of opportunity for people with the right skills and talents to progress into a fufilling career. From the police, through to the prison service or the fire service, whichever career your learners choose, a BTEC in Uniformed Protective Services can map the way.
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What qualifications are available?
Our qualifications have been designed with the help of experts, and are widely recognised by universities and employers for providing excellent progression opportunities.
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award in Public Services (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Introductory Public Services (L1 Introductory)
Pearson BTEC Entry Level 3 Award in Public Services
BTEC Firsts in Public Services (2014)
BTEC Firsts in Public Services (2010)
BTEC Level 2 Skills in Preparation for Public Services