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.
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.

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

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.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Public Safety
Justice
Law Enforcement

Future employment opportunities might be
NZ Police Officer
Corrections Officer
Community Safety Roles


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