5 GCSEs (Grade C or above including English), or equivalent qualifications e.g. First Diploma in Public Services at Merit/Distinction including English Grade C.
 

The BTEC National Certificate is an academically based course designed to link theory to realistic work based situations. As well as learning about the special employment area students may choose, you will develop the skills needed to start your career. Physical fitness is an important aspect of the course, although not a pre-requisite for entry.

Units of study include:

• Communication systems
• Crime & its effects on society
• Major incident planning
• Outdoor & adventurous expeditions
• Team development
• Understanding discipline.

Additional studies include:

•  Leadership development
• Team work.

You may be required to continue to

Assignments, Observation, Practical Test & Externally Marked Assignment

This Diploma is equivalent to 3 vocational A Levels (2 for Certificate). You can progress on to degree level study in relevant subjects. Students gaining a Merit/Distinction profile will be considered for direct entry into the commissioned ranks of the uniformed services. Most notably Sandhurst Military Academy
has accepted students who have successfully completed this qualification.