There are currently the following entry routes open for application: 

To become a Response Officer, we offer;

Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) for those without a degree, providing you the opportunity to train as a uniformed officer whilst earning and studying towards a full-funded degree.

Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) for those without higher education experience, providing practical policing skills without achieving a degree qualification.

Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP) for those that hold a Level 6 bachelor’s degree (or higher) in any subject.

Prior to applying we want to support your understanding what each entry route looks like and gain a better insight into policing as a career. Our virtual discovery events will give you an insight into what working as a response officer or a detective for Northumbria Police is really like, which entry route would suit you best and give you a head start in understanding our recruitment process. You’ll get to meet some of our current serving colleagues, our training team and recruitment team. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and find out more! Just click on the link below to sign up.