Police officers
Entry routes
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Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA)
Work as a full-time officer and earn a paid-for degree
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Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP)
For police officer applicants with an existing degree
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Detective Constable Entry Route
Join as a student officer and become a Detective Constable
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Professional Policing Degree Programme (Pre-join)
Start using your degree and begin your career with us
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Police Now National Detective Programme
The Police Now programme offers graduates a rewarding career
More information
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Which entry route is right for you?
Find your most suitable entry route into policing
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The recruitment process
Discover the different stages of the PC recruitment process
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Frequently asked questions
Our most common queries about joining policing
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Application guidance
Advice from the College of Policing on a successful application