Leadership. Standards. Performance. | College of Policing
WEBThe College of Policing was established in 2012 as the professional body for everyone who works for the police service in England and Wales. The purpose of the College is to provide those working in policing with the skills and knowledge necessary to prevent crime, protect the public, and secure public trust.
Career & learning - College of Policing
WEBLeadership skills at every stage of your career. Our National Centre for Police Leadership (NCPL) is for everyone working in policing. It sets the standards for leadership and provides guidance, tools and development opportunities. The NCPL is supporting forces to deliver our police leadership programme to officers, staff, and volunteers across ...
About us - College of Policing
WEBAbout 600 people work for the College of Policing across England and Wales. This includes seconded officers and staff from forces. We also have a network of associates that partner with us as trainers, coaches, assessors, designers and expert witnesses. Find out more about our people.
Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing
WEBThe competency and values framework (CVF) provides clear expectations for everyone working in policing. It describes the behaviours required by you, as a police officer or member of staff, to be effective in your role and uphold the Code of Ethics. It plays a significant role in the recruitment, assessment, and development of officers and staff ...
Policing guidance - College of Policing
WEBOperational guidelines. Anti-social behaviour powers. Codes of Practice. Evidence briefings. Problem-solving guides. Other practical guidance. Sexism and misogyny in policing. Sharing photographs or film of people in an intimate state. Our guidance to support policing to provide consistency and a better service for the public.
Joining the police as a new police constable (PC)
WEBThis route into policing enables you to learn on the job while you study. It normally takes three years and, as set out in Police Regulation 10, you are likely to need a level 3 qualification to join (two A Levels or equivalent). You will be awarded a degree in professional policing practice on successful completion of your apprenticeship.
Joining the police - College of Policing
WEBJoining routes for new police constables. The different routes to join as a new PC are: apprenticeship in professional policing practice earning while you learn – the police constable degree apprenticeship (PCDA) work based if you already have a degree in any subject – degree-holder entry programme (DHEP) a degree in professional policing ...
Continuing professional development (CPD) | College of Policing
WEBDefinition. CPD is ongoing; it enables the individual, in collaboration with their organisation, to maintain, develop and gain recognition for existing and new professional skills, knowledge and competence. We do this to ensure we continue to provide high quality policing to keep the public safe and help to drive career aspirations.
College-run courses, programmes and other learning
WEBThese learning programmes and courses are run by the College. Some are open to outside organisations and individuals. We also licence some of our training programmes e-learning and learning standards to other policing organisations, who deliver the training locally. Search all our licensed products and licensees.
Career pathways - College of Policing
WEBCareer pathways. Different routes through policing – whether you’re an officer, support staff or a volunteer. There are many different ways you can progress your policing career as you gain skills and experience. You can develop in your role, manage teams or become more specialised. And it’s not just about your workplace skills.