If you are from a culturally or linguistically diverse background (CALD) or are a woman looking to get back into the workforce then the 2 year adult traineeship is the pathway for you!

Whilst applications are not currently being received for this pathway, when the open date is finalised for the 2010 intake, they will be advertised on our website.

Minimum Requirements

Adult trainees must be at least 18 years of age. There are no educational prerequisites.

How do I Apply?

Applications will be available on this site when new applicants are called for in late 2009.

Selection Process

• An integrity check - a background check performed to identify any criminal offences and traffic infringements.
• An Entrance Evaluation - to test your literacy and numeracy skills as well as your practical intelligence. Sample questions and an answer sheet are available to help. Once you have completed the Sample questions you can review your results.
• Fitness Test - includes a beep test (shuttle run), push-pull machine to test ability to crowd control and a sit-up in a specified manner.
  
  Download the audio file beep test for your mp3 player. Measure out 20 m placing markers at the start and end of this distance. Listen to the audio file to start the beep test.
  
  For more information download a Physical Evaluation. Should you need assistance in preparing for the Physical Evaluation, you can download a document containing general guidelines.
• A panel interview - A short formal interview before a panel of 2-3 senior officers will be required for short-listed applicants.
• Attendance at a Realistic Job Preview (RJP): Applicants in the metropolitan area are required to attend a Realistic Job Preview to ensure all applicants have a true and realistic understanding of the role of Police in the community and the many varied tasks (both good and bad) they can expect to encounter during their service. This is also an opportunity to bring along a partner or family member so they can gain the same understandings.
• A psychological evaluation - All applicants will be required to undergo a standardised personality test comprised of a number of typed questions as well as an interview with a psychologist.; and
• A medical check - prior to final acceptance and after the completion of the other assessments, the applicant is required to attend a nominated medical physician and undergo a medical examination. This examination is designed to ensure that fitness and health are of a high standard and that there is no reason why the applicant cannot carry out all the duties required as a police officer.