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    Protective Services - Level 2

    Start Date: 1st September 2025

    Newcastle College Policing, Law And Protective Services 6
    • Length 1 year
    • Study Full-Time
    • Location Rye Hill Campus

    Qualification Gained

    Level 2 Gateway Diploma in Vocational Studies

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    More about the course

    Make a fresh start and realise your ambitions of working in the police, fire and rescue, or military with this Protective Services course.

    We will work with you to help build your confidence and academic ability. You will learn from experts in the field, with guest lectures from the British Army, Northumbria Police and a range of public services within the wider criminal justice system, as well as our team of industry-experienced tutors.

    You will regularly take part in fun team building activities, such as simulated crime scene investigations or simulated police related scenarios.

    You will also have the chance to go on trips within the North East to take part in outdoor activities.

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    Policing, Law and Protective Services at Newcastle College

    Meet our staff and students

    David Lee Student Profile

    David Lee

    FdA Police and Criminal Justice

    "I decided the career that I wanted to pursue was in policing. After researching the requirements, I found that a degree was necessary. The modules in this course really stood out to me as I felt they were relevant and interesting."

    Sarah HITZ Student Profile

    Sarah Lane

    Level 2 Uniformed and Protective Services

    "I was welcomed by the course tutors, Dave, George and Kev and felt that no matter whether I was having a good day or bad day, they let me work at my own pace. The tutors are always there to talk to whenever I need them. The course has helped give me experiences and opportunities I wouldn’t have been able to get from school. HITZ has really helped guide me."

    What can I do with a qualification in Policing, Law and Criminal Justice?

    Barristers and Judges Legal Secretaries

    Daily tasks:

    • Conducts trials according to rules of procedure, announces the verdict and passes sentence and/or awards costs and damages.
    • Hears, reads and evaluates evidence, and instructs or advises the jury on points of law or procedure.
    • Drafts pleadings and questions in preparation for court cases, appears in court to present evidence to the judge and jury, cross examines witnesses and sums up why the court should decide in their client.
    • Advises client on the basis of legal knowledge, research and past precedent as to whether to proceed with legal action.
    • Becomes acquainted with the facts of a case through reading statements, law reports, and consulting with clients or other professionals.

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    Daily tasks:

    • Sorts and files correspondence and carries out general clerical work.
    • Delivers and collects documents.
    • Attends meetings and keeps records of proceedings.
    • Answers enquiries and directs clients to appropriate experts.
    • Maintains court and clients.
    • Types letters and legal documents such as wills and contracts.

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    £25,488 View more

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