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NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Policing (540)
Ref:
603/5038/6
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care
Features:
Learning Resources Available, Nested Qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£160.50
Level:
Level 3
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
540
TQT:
740
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This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and the most up-to-date information.
What does this qualification cover?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide specialist knowledge, skills and understanding relating to working in the police force in areas such as career aspirations, leadership skills and equality, diversity and inclusion, which can be applied to current or future employment. The content has been developed with employers, subject experts and Tutors to ensure that it’s relevant to the real world and meets the need of employers.
What is a nested qualification?
This qualification is nested. Qualifications within a nested suite allow learners to be topped up to a qualification that is the same level and subject within the Introductory Certificate, Certificate, Diploma, Extended Diploma structure. This can be done by self-service through the Portal. Qualification nests and top-up pricing can be found in our fees list.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of the principles of policing and to allow them to explore the various avenues of work within it. It will also allow learners to gain transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
Diploma (540) - 3 Mandatory units + 6 Optional units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed with a portfolio of evidence.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners do not need experience in the workplace to take this qualification.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Level 3 Certificate in Knowledge of Policing
Policing foundation degree
Public Service foundation degree
Higher apprenticeships
BA in Public Services.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 1210 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 606 KB)
Additional qualification information
Learner overview (PDF | 124 KB)
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 116 KB)
Teaching/delivery guidance
Unit mapping document (PDF | 105 KB)
Grading information
Grading calculator (XLSX | 31 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Teaching materials
Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
Prepare for a Career in the Police Service (R/617/7651)
Develop Leadership Skills (H/508/4056)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (K/508/4057)
Optional units
Preparation for Higher Education (Y/617/7652)
Develop Aspects of Physical Fitness for Entry to the Police Service (D/617/7653)
Values and Standards in the Police Service (H/617/7654)
Mental and Physical Wellbeing in the Police Service (K/617/7655)
Carry Out Map Reading and Navigation Across Open Country (M/508/4061)
Understand Conflict Management and Personal Protection (J/508/4065)
The Influence of UK Government, International Organisations and the Media on the Police Service (M/617/7656)
Collaboration Between the Emergency Services (T/617/7657)
Emergency Planning and Response in the Police Service (A/617/7658)
Understand the Impact of War and Conflict on the Police Service (F/617/7659)
Understanding Discipline in the Police Service (T/617/7660)
UK Legal Systems and the Police Service (A/617/7661)
Crime Scene Investigation (H/508/4073)
ICT in the Police Service (F/617/7662)
Volunteering in the Police Service (J/617/7663)
Safeguarding and the Prevent Duty (L/617/7664)
The Development of the UK Police Service (R/617/7665)
Neighbourhood Policing (Y/617/7666)
Dealing With Emergency Incidents (D/617/7667)
Understanding Mental Health (H/617/7668)