If you’re passionate about a career in the police, fire service, military, or other emergency and protective roles, the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Protective Services is the perfect stepping stone. This extended diploma offers a more in-depth and comprehensive study, giving you the skills and knowledge needed to excel in demanding uniformed professions. Throughout the course, you’ll cover a wide range of topics including law enforcement, emergency response, public safety, conflict management, and leadership. You’ll also develop essential skills like teamwork, communication, fitness, and decision-making through practical activities and real-life scenarios. This course includes various physically demanding tasks both inside and outside of college, placing individuals outside their comfort zones. The course offers insight into the UPS roles, expectations and real-life experiences linked with each. This is offered through internal assignments over 2 years, examination units and various physically demanding practical assessments and scenarios. There are opportunities to engage with the UPS directly, such as fire, military, police, and prison services. This course gives a real-life view of what life within the various branches of the UPS is like and enables students to prepare for their chosen career.