Police Preparation (Level 2 & 3)

Justice & Policing

A course by

MSL Training

Prepare for a rewarding career in the New Zealand Police with MSL Training's Police Preparation programmes, designed to develop fitness, confidence, essential job skills, and readiness for the Police recruitment process.

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NZ$3,999

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Manukau, Auckland

It will take a total of 20 weeks

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Understand Police values and expectations

Learners will gain a full understanding of the values and requirements necessary for NZ Police recruitment and career success.

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Develop job readiness and communication skills

Students will enhance essential job skills, including teamwork and effective communication, preparing them for law enforcement environments.

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Boost physical fitness and wellbeing

Participants will improve their physical fitness and personal wellbeing, targeting the standards required for police roles.

What You're Signing Up For

MSL Training offers tailored Police Preparation courses at Level 2 and Level 3, supporting aspiring police officers and those interested in law enforcement careers. The programmes boost confidence, enhance fitness, improve communication, and address job-readiness, specifically preparing you for the rigours of the NZ Police recruitment process. Courses are delivered at the Manukau campus with full-time and part-time options.

Course Content

  • Cultural Identity & Career Pathways
  • Essential Job Skills
  • Wellbeing & Fitness
  • Teamwork & Communication
  • Police Values & Career Readiness
  • Academic & Physical Preparation
  • Recruitment Process Study Skills
  • Effective Team Skills
  • Teamwork in a Māori Framework
  • Communication & Problem Solving

What you need to know first

Level 2: 16–24 years old, with no or low (Level 1) qualifications; NZ Citizen, Resident Class Visa or Refugee.

Level 3: Over 17 years old; NZ Citizen, Resident, or Permanent Resident; NZ Driver's Licence (Restricted or Full); NZ Police have specific recruitment criteria.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Public Safety

  • Justice

  • Law Enforcement

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • NZ Police Officer

  • Corrections Officer

  • Community Safety Roles