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Level 3

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Social and cultural  

Citizenship issues   

Environmental issues  

European developments  

Health and safety  
considerations

Equal opportunities   
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Spiritual  
Moral and ethical 
Social and cultural   
Citizenship issues 
Environmental issues    
European developments 
Health and safety 
considerations 
Equal opportunities issues  
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National Occupational Standards/mapping with NVQs

The grid below maps the knowledge covered in the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certi cate, Subsidiary Diploma, 90-credit Diploma, Diploma and Extended
Diploma in Public Services against the underpinning knowledge of the Level 3 NVQ in Policing, Level 3 NVQ in Custodial Care, Level 3 NVQ in Business and
Administration, Level 3 NVQ in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise, Level 3 NVQ in Coaching, Teaching and Instructing.
KEY

 indicates that the BTEC quali cations cover all of the underpinning knowledge of the NVQ unit

# indicates partial coverage of the NVQ unit

a blank space indicates no coverage of the underpinning knowledge

NVQs/NOS Units
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Level 3 in NVQ in Policing
CD5: Arrest, detain or report individuals #
CI101: Interview victims and witnesses ##

CK1: Search individuals #
Level 3 in Coaching, Teaching and Instructing
Level 3 in Achieving Excellence in Sports and  
Performance
Level 3 in Sports Development
Level 3 in Sport, Recreation and Allied Occupations

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CD5: Arrest, detain or report individuals 
CI101: Interview victims and witnesses 
CK1: Search individuals
Level 3 Coaching, Teaching and Instructing 
Level 3 in Achieving Excellence in Sports and
Performance
Level 3 in Sports Development

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Unit mapping overview

BTEC National in Public Services (speci cation end date 31/08/2010)/new versions of the BTEC quali cations in Public Services (speci cation start date
01/09/2010) – the BTEC Level 3 Certi cate in Public Services, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services, BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Public
Services, BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Public Services and the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services.

Old Unit 1
units Unit 2
Unit 3
New Unit 4
units Unit 5
Unit 6
Unit 1 Unit 7
Unit 2 Unit 8
Unit 9
Unit 3 Unit 10
Unit 11
Unit 4 Unit 12
Unit 5 Unit 13
Unit 6 Unit 14
Unit 7 Unit 15
Unit 8 Unit 16
Unit 9 Unit 17
Unit 10 Unit 18
Unit 11 Unit 19
Unit 12 Unit 20
Unit 13 Unit 21
Unit 14 Unit 22
Unit 15
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Unit 17 PP
PP

F
P
P
P
P
F
F
F
X
F
F
F
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New
units
Unit 18
Unit 19
Unit 20
Unit 21
Unit 22
Unit 36

P Unit 1
F Unit 2
X Unit 3
X Unit 4
X Unit 5
Unit 6
P Unit 7
Unit 8
Unit 9
Unit 10
Unit 11
Unit 12
Unit 13
Unit 14
Unit 15
Unit 16
Unit 17
Unit 18
Unit 19
Unit 20
Unit 21
Unit 22

Mapping to the BTEC National Award in Central and Local Government

Old Unit 4
units Unit 10
Unit 11
New Unit 16
units
F
Unit 23 F
Unit 24 F
Unit 25
Unit 26 P
Unit 27
Unit 28
Unit 29
Unit 30
Unit 31
Unit 32
Unit 33
Unit 34
Unit 35

KEY

P – Partial mapping (some topics from the old unit appear in the new unit)

F – Full mapping (topics in old unit match new unit exactly or almost exactly)

X – Full mapping + new (all the topics from the old unit appear in the new unit, but new unit also contains
new topic(s))

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certi cates and Diplomas in Public Services – Speci cation Unit mapping in depth
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BTEC National in Public Services (speci cation end date 31/08/2010)/new versions of the BTEC quali cations in Public Services (speci cation start date
01/09/2010) – the BTEC Level 3 Certi cate in Public Services, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services, BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Public
Services, BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Public Services and the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services.

New units Old units Mapping/comments (new topics in italics)
Number Name Number Name
Unit 1 Government, Policies and Unit 1 Government, Policies and the This unit is a direct replacement for the old Unit 1.
The learning outcomes are:
the Public Services Public Services 1 Know the di erent levels of government in the UK
2 Understand the democratic election process for each level of government

in the UK
3 Know the impact of UK government policies on the public services
4 Be able to demonstrate how government policies are developed.
Learning outcome 1 is largely the same.
Learning outcome 2/3/4 have been changed and the content reduced.
Learning outcome 4 required learners to demonstrate and it is suggested that
this is done via activities such as simulation and role play.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Number Name
Issue 4 – June 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 Unit 2 Leadership and Teamwork Number Name This unit (which is an extended 15 credit unit) has been developed through a
merger of the old Units 2 and 4.
in Public Service Unit 2 Team Leadership in the The learning outcomes are:
Unit 4 Uniformed Public Services 1 Understand the styles of leadership and the role of a team leader
Team Development in Public 2 Be able to communicate e ectively to brief and debrief teams
Services 3 Be able to use appropriate skills and qualities to lead a team
4 Be able to participate in teamwork activities within the public services
5 Understand team development.
The majority of the content from the old Unit 2 has been retained and
the content for the old Unit 4 reviewed. The focus of the unit is now on
developing an understanding of leadership and teams and being able to
demonstrate the skills required as both a leader and a team member in
speci c contexts.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 3 Citizenship, Diversity and Number Name

the Public Services Unit 3 Citizenship, Contemporary This unit (which is an extended 15-credit unit) has been developed through a
Unit 6 Society and the Public Services merger of the old Units 3 and 6.

Diversity and the Public The learning outcomes are:
Services 1 Understand the meanings and bene ts of citizenship and diversity

2 Know the legal and humanitarian rights that protect citizens and promote
diversity

3 Understand the role of public services in enforcing diversity and providing
equality of service

4 Be able to investigate current a airs, media and support.

The content of the old units has been largely retained, although learners are
no longer required to study the historical and international aspects of diversity.
(International issues are covered in Unit 7: International Institutions and Human
Rights.)

Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 4 Understanding Discipline Unit 5 Understanding Discipline in The learning outcomes are:
in the Uniformed Public the Uniformed Public Services 1 Understand the need for discipline in the uniformed public services
Services 2 Be able to demonstrate self-discipline as required in the uniformed public

services
3 Know what conformity and obedience mean, highlighting their place in the

uniformed public services
4 Know the complex nature of authority in the uniformed public services.
The key change is in learning outcome 2, where learners must now be able to
demonstrate self discipline.
The assessment criteria P2 (Demonstrate self discipline through relevant
activities) and P4 (Participate in conformity simulations) re ect this change in
emphasis.
For P2 it is expected that learners participate in relevant activities (eg drill
manoeuvres, uniform maintenance and checks, presentation of self, punctuality
and attendance) and keep a log of these.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Number Name Number Name The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the tness requirements for entry into the public services
Unit 5 Physical Preparation, Health Unit 7 Physical Preparation and 2 Know the major human body systems
and Lifestyle for the Public Fitness for the Uniformed 3 Know the importance of lifestyle factors in the maintenance of health and
Services Services
wellbeing
Unit 6 Fitness Testing and Training Unit 7 Physical Preparation and 4 Be able to provide advice on lifestyle improvement
for the Uniformed Public Fitness for the Uniformed 5 Be able to plan a health-related physical activity programme in preparation for
Services Services
the public services.
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standards it is now a clear requirement.
The unit content now places greater emphasis on health and lifestyle choices
(learning outcome 4 and 5) rather than the previous emphasis, which focused
largely on tness, which is now covered in Unit 6 – see below.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the tness requirements for entry into the uniformed public services
2 Know di erent methods of tness training
3 Be able to plan a tness training programme
4 Be able to monitor and review a tness training programme.
This unit focuses solely on tness and will support the learner in developing
the required levels of tness to support their application to a speci c
uniformed public service role.
For this reason Unit 6 is a mandatory unit in the Pearson BTEC Level 3
Extended Diploma in Public Services (Uniformed) only.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 7 International Institutions Unit 8 International Perspectives for This is a new, smaller, 5 credit unit derived from the previous Unit 8 (learning
and Human Rights the Uniformed Public Services outcome 1 and 4).
Unit 8 Unit 8 The learning outcomes are:
Understand the Impact of International Perspectives for 1 Know international institution and their impact on UK public services
Unit 9 War, con ict and terrorism Unit 9 the Uniformed Public Services 2 Understand human rights and how the UK upholds human rights.
Unit 10 on Public Services Unit 10 Substantially the content remains as previously, but the role of the UK and
Unit 11 Unit 11 Outdoor and Adventurous international bodies in upholding Human Rights has been added and is
Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions emphasised in assessment criteria M2, D1.
Expeditions Skills for Land-based Outdoor Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
Skills for Land-based and Adventurous Activities programme of assignments have been added.
Outdoor and Adventurous Skills for Water-based This is a new, smaller, 5 credit unit derived from the previous Unit 8 (learning
Activities Outdoor and Adventurous outcome 2 and 3).
Skills for Water-based Activities The learning outcomes are:
Outdoor and Adventurous 1 Know the impact of war and con ict on UK public services
Activities 2 Understand how UK public services deal with terrorism.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 12 Crime and its e ect on Number Name

Society Unit 12 Crime and its E ects on The learning outcomes are:
Society 1 Know crime and disorder legislation, sentences and orders
Unit 13 Command and Control Unit 13 2 Know the e ects of criminal behaviour on communities
in the Uniformed Public Unit 15 Command and Control in the 3 Understand approaches to reduce crime, disorder and antisocial behaviour
Services Unit 14 Uniformed Public Services 4 Understand how the public services support victims and witnesses of
Responding to Emergency
Unit 14 Responding to Emergency Service Incidents crime.
Service incidents The Planning for and These are largely unchanged from the previous Unit 12, although the learning
Management of Major outcomes have been structured into a more logical order to support unit
Unit 15 Planning and Management Incidents delivery.
of Major Incidents Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
The learning outcomes, content and assessment criteria are largely unchanged.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
The learning outcomes, content and assessment criteria are largely unchanged
although the unit content has been restructured and extended to add clarity
to the unit speci cation.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
The learning outcomes, content and assessment criteria are largely unchanged
although some of the assessment criteria have been split to add clarity to the
unit assessment requirements.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Issue 4 – June 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 Unit 16 Career Planning for the Unit 16 Uniformed Public Services This is a 5 credit L2 unit based on part of the learning outcomes from the
previous Unit 16, giving the learner the opportunity to complete an application
Public Services Employment process for a public service role.
Learning outcomes are now:
Unit 17 Police Powers in the Public Unit 17 Understanding the Criminal 1 Know the application and selection process for a chosen career in public
Services Justice System and Police
Powers services
2 Know the skills and qualities required for a job in the public services
Unit 18 Behaviour in Public Service Unit 18 Understanding Behaviour in 3 Be able to prepare an application for a role in a chosen public services.
Employment Public Sector Employment This is a new, smaller, 5 credit unit derived from the previous Unit 17 (learning
outcome 1 and 2 and part of learning outcome 3). The remainder of the old
Unit 17 has been merged with Unit 22 (there was considerable duplication
previously).
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the requirements of lawful arrest and detention
2 Understand regulations regarding searching people and premises
3 Understand the powers of the police to grant bail.
Learning outcome 3 is assessed by assessment criteria P4, M2.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
This is a new, smaller, 5 credit unit derived from the previous Unit 18.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the approaches to psychology
2 Know behaviour and its management.
The main additional content is the inclusion of Studies in psychology with
relevance to public services in the unit content.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 19 Fundamentals of Nautical Unit 14 Fundamentals of Nautical F: Unit taken from BTEC Level 2 in Public Services. This unit contains all or
almost all of the topics from the old level 2 unit. Assessment and delivery
Studies Studies guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested programme of assignments have
Unit 20 Communication and Unit 20 Communication and been added.
The learning outcomes are:
Technology in the Technology in the Uniformed 1 Know types of formal written communication used in the public services
Uniformed Public Services Public Services 2 Be able to use di erent types of communication systems
3 Be able to use the radio procedure of a uniformed public service
Unit 21 Custodial Care Services Unit 21 Custodial Care of Individuals 4 Know the di erent types of technological systems used by the uniformed

public services.
There is now a more active emphasis in that the units requires the learner to
demonstrate practical ability in P2 (send a message by radio using standard
voice procedures) and P3 (demonstrate the sending of a message using
di erent forms of communication).
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the security measures employed in the custodial environment
2 Know how control is maintained in the custodial environment
3 Understand the receiving and discharging procedures for individuals and

their property
4 Understand how o enders can build positive relationships in custody.
The learning outcomes, content and assessment criteria are largely unchanged
with the exception of learning outcome 4 where the content and supporting
assessment criteria have been clari ed.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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the Legal System and the Unit 17 Understanding the Criminal This unit has been substantially revised and rewritten based on the previous
Criminal Trial Process Unit 22 Justice System and Police Unit 22 and part of the previous Unit 17 and has addressed the signi cant
Powers overlap between those units.
Understanding Aspects of the The learning outcomes are:
Legal System and Law Making 2 Know the hierarchy of the courts system
Process 3 Know the role undertaken by the personnel of the courts
4 Know how legal rules are created by precedent
5 Understand how the criminal trial process works
The development of law is no longer covered. Learning outcome 4 covers the
criminal trial process in detail (and is an extension to learning outcome 1 which
covers the structure of the courts).
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

Unit 23 Extended Research in This is a new unit which has been introduced to enable learners to develop
Public Services the skills needed to design and independently carry out an in-depth
research project related to public services.

The outcomes of the research must be reviewed, analysed and presented.

The learning outcomes are:

1 Be able to design a research project

2 Be able to implement and interpret the research results

3 Be able to review the results of the research project

4 Be able to present the research project.

Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.

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Unit 24 Current and Media A airs This is a new unit which has been introduced to enable learners to develop
Unit 4 Previously available in the knowledge and understanding of current and media a airs.
in Public services BTEC National Award The learning outcomes are:
in Central and Local 1 Know the role of the media in the reporting of information
Unit 25 Public Service Data Government as: 2 Understand how the media is regulated
Interpretation Interpretation of Central and 3 Understand how the public services are portrayed in the media
Local Government Data 4 Be able to review current a airs a ecting public services.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the nature and sources of information relevant to public services and

how they are used
2 Know how to interpret and present information to aid decision-making in

public services
3 Be able to gather, use and present data.
It has close links to Unit 23: Extended Research in Public Services and
will help the learner develop an understanding of the importance of data
interpretation and presentation in public service activities.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.

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Issue 4 – June 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 Unit 26 Enhancing Public Service Number Name This unit was previously available in the BTEC National Award in Central and
Local Government.
Delivery through the use Previously available in the The learning outcomes are:
of ICT BTEC National Award 1 Know the range of ICT systems used by public service organisations
in Central and Local 2 Know the legal and security requirements of the use of ICT by public
Unit 11 Government as
Understanding the Use of services
ICT in Central and Local 3 Understand how public services use ICT to support service delivery
Government 4 Understand the bene ts of ICT for public service organisations, their

suppliers and customers.
This unit develops knowledge of ICT systems used by public services (including
legal and security requirements) and how ICT is used to support service
delivery. It does not require the learner to demonstrate the use of ICT.
There are strong links with Unit 20: Communication and Technology in the
Uniformed Public Services.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.

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Unit 27 Social Welfare Services Number Name This unit was previously available in the BTEC National Award in Central and
Local Government.
Unit 16 Previously available in the The learning outcomes are:
BTEC National Award 1 Know the development of the social welfare system in the UK and the legal
in Central and Local
Government as framework which supports it
Understanding the Social 2 Understand the factors that contribute to the need for a social welfare
Welfare System
system
Unit 28 Personnel and Human 3 Understand the role of the public, private and third sector organisations in
Resources
the delivery and management of social welfare services.
The unit covers the scope of and need for social welfare and how such
services are managed to meet the needs of vulnerable groups in society.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.
This is a new unit which has been introduced to enable learners to develop
an understanding of the importance of e ective personnel planning and
management (within the legal framework) for public service organisations.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the factors that are involved in human resource planning in public

service organisations
2 Know how a public service organisation motivates its employees
3 Know how employment legislation impacts on di erent types of contract
4 Be able to explain the rights and responsibilities of employees and

employers
5 Understand the importance of managing employee performance at work
6 Know how contracts of employment may be terminated.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.

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Issue 4 – June 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 Unit 29 Security Procedures in the This is a new unit which has been introduced to enable learners to develop
knowledge and understanding of public services involved in maintaining the
Public Services security of people, premises and property and the roles and powers of their
personnel.
Unit 30 Practical Team Sports Unit 30 Practical Team Sports Learners will also develop the skills needed to plan and carry out security
searches in a simulated manner.
Unit 31 Exercise, Health and Unit 31 Exercise, Health and Lifestyle The learning outcomes are:
Lifestyle 1 Know why public services seek to maintain the security of people,

Unit 32 Instructing Physical Activity Unit 32 Instructing Physical Activity premises, and property
and Exercise and Exercise 2 Know the roles, purpose, powers and responsibilities of a person engaged

in security duties in the public services
3 Understand the measures used in maintaining the physical security of

people, premises and property
4 Be able to plan and carry out systematic security searches in a simulated

environment in a thorough, safe and legal manner.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.
F: the new unit contains all or almost all of the topics from the old unit.
Assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments have been added.

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Unit 33 Volunteering in Public This is a new level 2 unit which has been introduced to enable learners to be
Previously available in the aware of the types of voluntary work available and the importance and the
Services BTEC National Award bene ts of such work. Learners will demonstrate their skills by taking part in a
in Central and Local volunteering activity which may be a one-o event for charity or carrying out
Unit 34 Environmental Policies and Government as Unit 10: voluntary work for a period of time.
Practices Environmental Policies and The learning outcomes are:
Practices in Central and Local 1 Understand the importance of volunteering in public services
Unit 35 Land Navigation by Map Government 2 Know the di erent types of voluntary work available
and Compass Unit 8 Land Navigation by Map and 3 Understand the skills required for voluntary work
Compass 4 Be able to undertake voluntary work.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.
This unit was previously available in the BTEC National Award in Central and
Local Government but has been substantially revised. The new unit aims to
develop knowledge of the impact of pollution and environmental hazards, the
legal and regulatory framework which supports sustainability and the need for
sustainable development in a public service context.
The learning outcomes are:
1 Know the impact of pollution and environmental hazards
2 Know the legal and regulatory framework which supports sustainability
3 Understand the need for sustainable development.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.
F: Unit taken from the BTEC Level 2 Firsts in Public Services. This unit contains
all or almost all of the topics from the old level 2 unit. Assessment and delivery
guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested programme of assignments have
been added.

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Issue 4 – June 2016 © Pearson Education Limited 2016 Unit 36 Exploring Employment Unit 16 Uniformed Public Services This is a 5-credit level 2 unit based on learning outcomes 1 and 2 from the
previous Unit 16, giving the learner the opportunity to gain an understanding
in the Uniformed Public Employment of uniformed public service organisations, their work and their personnel.
Services Learning outcomes are now:
1 Know the main roles of di erent public services
2 Understand the main responsibilities of di erent uniformed public services
3 Understand the di erent employment opportunities available in the

uniformed public services
4 Know the conditions of services for public service jobs.
Detailed assessment and delivery guidance, outline learning plan, and suggested
programme of assignments are included.

Annexe G

Examples of calculation of quali cation grade above pass grade

Edexcel will automatically calculate the quali cation grade for learners when unit grades are submitted.
The generic examples below demonstrate how the quali cation grade above pass is calculated.

Points available for credits achieved at di erent levels and unit grades

The table below shows the number of points scored per credit at the unit level and grade.

Unit level Pass Points per credit Distinction

Level 2 5 Merit 7
Level 3 7 6 9
Level 4 9 8 11
10

Learners who achieve the correct number of points within the ranges shown in the ‘quali cation grade’
table below will achieve the quali cation merit, distinction or distinction* grades (or combinations of these
grades appropriate to the quali cation).

Quali cation grade

BTEC Level 3 Certi cate Grade M
D
Points range above pass grade Merit D*
230-249 Distinction
250-259 Distinction*
260 and above

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Grade M
D
Points range above pass grade Merit D*
460-499 Distinction
500-519 Distinction*
520 and above

BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma Grade

Points range above pass grade MP
660-689 MM
690–719 DM
720-749 DD
750–769 D*D
770-789 D*D*
790 and above

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BTEC Level 3 Diploma Grade
MP
Points range above pass grade MM
880-919 DM
920-959 DD
960-999 D*D
1000-1029 D*D*
1030-1059
1060 and above Grade
MPP
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma MMP
MMM
Points range above pass grade DMM
1300-1339 DDM
1340-1379 DDD
1380-1419 D*DD
1420-1459 D*D*D
1460-1499 D*D*D*
1500-1529
1530-1559
1560-1589
1590 and above

Example 1

Achievement of pass quali cation grade

A learner completing a 30-credit BTEC Level 3 Certi cate does not achieve the points required to gain a
merit quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade
10 Pass
Unit 1 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 2 3 10 Merit
Unit 3 3 30 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70
Quali cation grade
totals 8 10 × 8 = 80

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Example 2

Achievement of merit quali cation grade

A learner completing a 30-credit BTEC Level 3 Certi cate achieves the points required to gain a merit
quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade
10 Pass
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 2 3 10 Merit
Unit 3 3 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80
Quali cation grade
totals 8 10 × 8 = 80

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Example 3

Achievement of distinction quali cation grade

A learner completing a 60-credit BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma achieves the points required to gain a
distinction quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8
Unit 2 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 5 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 7 = 70
Quali cation grade 60 Distinction 10 × 9 = 90
totals 500

Example 4

Achievement of distinction distinction grade

A learner completing a BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma achieves the points required to gain a
distinction distinction quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade

Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 2 3 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 4 3 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 5 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 6 2 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 11 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 15 4 10 x 10 = 100
Unit 17 3 10 Merit 8 10 x 7 = 70
Quali cation grade 750
totals 10 Distinction 7

10 Distinction 9

10 Merit 10

10 Pass 7

90 Distinction
Distinction

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Example 5

Achievement of distinction merit quali cation grade

A learner completing a 120-credit BTEC Level 3 Diploma achieves the points required to gain a distinction
merit quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8
Unit 2 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 4 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 5 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 15 4 10 Merit 10 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 17 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 10 = 100
Unit 18 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 25 3 20 Merit 8 10 × 7 = 70
Quali cation grade 120 Distinction 20 × 8 = 160
totals Merit 980

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Example 6

Achievement of merit merit merit quali cation grade

A learner completing a 180-credit BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma achieves the points required to gain a
merit merit merit quali cation grade.

Level Credit Grade Grade points Points per unit =
credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8
Unit 2 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 4 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 5 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 12 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 15 4 10 Pass 9 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 17 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 18 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 20 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 22 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 7 = 70
Unit 25 3 20 Pass 7 10 × 8 = 80
Unit 35 3 10 Distinction 9 20 × 7 = 140
Unit 36 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 9 = 90
Unit 38 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 8 = 80
Quali cation grade 180 Merit 10 × 9 = 90
totals Merit 1410
Merit

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