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Our eligibility criteria is detailed in full in Am I eligible? However if you have any questions which we have not answered, please feel free to contact us directly
For more information, please see The recruitment process section.
There are 2 tests that every applicant must complete (regardless of qualifications), these are a Situational Judgement test and a Behavioural Style Questionnaire. Both of these must be passed in order to continue in the application process.
If you do not have a Level 3 qualification or above you must also successfully pass a psychometric test. This will test your academic ability to Level 3.
You can practice these tests prior to applying here.
If you successfully complete the above tests, however fail in a part of the recruitment process, you will not be required to retake these tests again, should you wish to re-apply.
The short answer is yes you can. Policing is an exciting but equally challenging role, which is not for everyone. However, we do ask that all prospective police officers fully consider these challenges and their suitability before submitting their application.
If you fail at any point in the process, the Force will notify you. While it is not possible to complete a re-sit, it will be possible to re-apply within six months following notification.
Dyfed-Powys Police welcomes applications from people with disabilities.
If you consider yourself to have a disability, please inform us of the type of adjustments you might need to assist you in participating in the recruitment and selection process. Dyfed-Powys Police will try to make the reasonable adjustments required where practicable.
You may still be eligible to join the police service if you have minor convictions/cautions, but there are certain offences and conditions that will make you ineligible
Tattoos are not a bar to appointment. However, some tattoos could potentially offend members of the public or colleagues, or could bring discredit to the Police Service. For full information please refer to the ‘Am I eligible’ Section.
If you successfully reach the medical examination stage of recruitment, you will have to undergo an eye test. New recruits must have at least 6/12 vision in their right or left eye, or at least 6/6 vision in both eyes. Those who wear glasses, spectacles or contact lenses must have at least 6/36 vision in both eyes without wearing their glasses, spectacles or contact lenses.
Applicants will have their financial status checked. These checks are carried out because police officers/staff have access to privileged information, which may make them vulnerable to corruption.
Applicants with outstanding County Court judgements or who have been registered bankrupt with outstanding debts will be rejected.
You can still apply for the PCDA (3 year apprenticeship) however you will be required to carry out an online test that measures your academic capability. You can practice these tests prior to applying here.
You do not need a CKP to apply, however a CKP is a Level 3 qualification and therefore if you already have a CKP this can be used as the Level 3 qualification required to apply.
Yes you can , however the eligibility requirements for the Apprenticeship route will still apply. You can practice these tests prior to applying here.
As a student enrolled on the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeships (PCDA) you will have a 3 year probationary period. Following appointment, you will embark on a 6-month initial learning programme at Dyfed-Powys Police Learning and Development services Carmarthen. You will also undertake a 12 week tutoring period within the community, where you will be expected to achieve independent patrol status.
For the remainder of the probationary period you will carry out operational duties in the workplace gathering evidence of occupational competency. You will also be required to carry out academic elements assigned to you by a partner university.
Successful completion of both practical and academic elements will result in you being confirmed in rank.
Please note that during the first 6 months of the training programme, you will not be able to book any annual leave.
As a Degree Holder you will have a 2 year probationary period. Following appointment, you will embark on a 6-month initial learning programme at Dyfed Powys Police Learning and Development services Carmarthen. You will complete a 12 week tutoring period within the community, where you will be expected to achieve independent patrol status.
The remainder of the probationary period you will carry out operational duties in the workplace gathering evidence of occupational competency. You will also be required to carry out academic elements assigned to you by a partner university. Successful completion of both practical and academic elements will result in you being confirmed in rank.
Please note that during the first 6 months of the training programme, you will not be able to book any annual leave.
This is due to the variance in the academic requirements.
Yes you will. The Force and University have calculated the amount of time required for you to complete all elements of the qualification and this will be rostered into your shift pattern.
All face to face delivery will take place on Police premises within the Dyfed Powys Police area. Self-study and on-line learning will be carried out remotely.
Students will be provided with learning materials by both Dyfed Powys Police and the partner University at no cost.
You will receive full support throughout your probationary period, however should you fail to meet the required standard, you will not be expected to pay back any of the costs incurred.
You will be provided with a station posting on your unconditional offer letter. If you have a preference, you may raise this with the recruitment team but this is dependent on where vacancies arise.
Please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team via email at [email protected] if you have any questions.