PROTECTIVE SERVICES PATHWAY

Explore a variety of roles in the protective services by joining this pathway. This is your perfect opportunity to learn more about how these essential services work and find your ideal next step.

Step into the world of public services with NHC’s Protective Services pathway. You’ll build your understanding of the daily work of the UK’s protective services by exploring a blend of theory and practical sessions taught by our experienced tutors.

The content covered on this pathway is designed to prepare you for various roles in security, law enforcement, and emergency response, helping you keep your options open and find the sector that’s right for you.

Some of the key units you’ll explore include:

• The role and work of the public services
• Citizenship and society
• Criminology, crime and its effects on society
• Police powers, the law, and security procedures
• Behaviour and discipline

This pathway is assessed throughout the year through a combination of assignments and exams. There are chances to complement your official qualification by taking part in enrichment activities such as fitness tests with the fire service and British Army and recreating a criminal case in the Royal Courts of Justice. Previous students have even completed real operations with local protective services to help keep their community safe.

By combining your theoretical knowledge with the practical experiences you enjoy throughout your studies, you’ll finish your NHC journey feeling confident and ready to take on your next step. Where will your NHC journey take you?

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