Introduction to Police
Justice & Policing
A course by
MSL Training
Gain confidence, fitness and skills through this Police Preparation Programme for 16-24 year olds, designed to prepare you for the NZ Police recruitment process at no cost.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Manukau Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 20 weeks
Core skills this course teaches

Prepare for Police Recruitment
Develop the fitness, skills, and mindset needed to succeed in the NZ Police recruitment process.

Enhance Personal Wellbeing
Improve personal fitness and wellbeing through structured physical activities.

Teamwork & Communication
Build teamwork abilities and strengthen communication and problem-solving skills relevant to policing and workplace environments.
What You're Signing Up For
This 20-week programme supports young people to develop confidence, improve fitness, boost literacy and numeracy, and learn teamwork and communication skills to help prepare for the rigours of the NZ Police recruitment process. MSL Training offers personal plans, paid travel, and driver licensing assistance. The course targets students with little or no qualifications and has a strong record of helping them pass police entry tests.
Course Content
- Personal fitness and wellbeing
- Teamwork
- Communication and problem solving
- Career planning
- Boosting literacy and numeracy
- Driver licensing support
What you need to know first
Age 16-24 years
NZ Resident or Citizen
No or low (Level 1) qualifications

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Law enforcement
Public Safety
Community Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Increased readiness for application to the New Zealand Police recruitment process
Foundation for further policing and justice sector study or training