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FAQs about the BTEC Level 5

Are there any eligibility criteria? How is the course assessed?
The course is open to all who operate within the private and Learners have to complete 2 essays per module
public security sectors, and have: (approximately 1,500 words each). Leaners will have to draw
• a minimum of 3 years security management experience on their own experiences as well as a range of texts beyond
• or 3 years in the armed forces in a supervisory role, the supplied reading materials.
• or have successfully completed the Security Institute’s BTEC
Level 3 Certificate in Security Management Within each module, learners will have a theoretical type
question (example: what is meant by the phrase “security
Candidates will be updated on their enrolment throughout the management must be commensurate with risk?”) and a more
application process and the Training Team is on hand to assist practical question (example: design a workplace poster to deter
with any application queries. employee theft from taking place).

What is the course duration? What is the background of the typical
The course is designed to take 12 months, but extensions can learner?
be granted for those struggling to meet deadlines. Deadline Learners embarking on this course typically have worked
extensions must be requested. Students can complete the Dip in security for some time, but perhaps have no formal
in fewer than 12 months, if they so wish. qualifications to validate their experience. This course
provides those who wish to make a move into Supervisory /
What are the modules? Management roles with the necessary skills to apply theory
This course is made up of 5 modules. Each student MUST to best practice within in the workplace, whilst also enabling
complete all 5 to pass. Module titles are: the learner to develop their soft skills (writing and research
• Understanding Security abilities).
• Threats to Security
• Risk Management Who is the awarding body?
• The Legal System Pearson is one of the UK’s leading accreditation and
• Management qualification bodies. They facilitate and regulate UK GCSE’s and
A-Level exams/marking standards and are globally recognised
across an array of industries. The BTEC Level 5 sits on the
framework of qualifications in and around the same level as a
foundation degree.
How much does the course cost?
Excluding VAT: £1630 pp
Including VAT: £1956 pp