A career in Policing
Policing is a career where you can really make a difference and that's one of the reasons why record numbers of people are applying to join NSW Police College.
Since 1998 Police recruit training in NSW has been a collaborative effort between Charles Sturt University and the NSW Police Force. The result has been a professional and skilled police force able to respond to community needs with integrity, compassion and respect.
To be part of that team, once you have met the NSW Police Force’s professional suitability requirements you can then study the Associate Degree in Policing Practice.
It's worth the effort - after around 34 weeks of full-time study at the Goulburn College you could be eligible for employment as a Probationary Constable with a starting salary of $50,000 pa (2008) You then study the second component of the Associate Degree by distance education, while working full-time. Upon successful completion of the program, you will become eligible for confirmation as a NSW Police Constable.
Once you have gained employment as a NSW Police Constable you will join a progressive Police Force, holding a position that is both a privilege and a responsibility. Police are exceptional people because they need to be able to think quickly, communicate effectively and display initiative and judgment. In the course of their duties, they are frequently confronted with situations that require maturity, compassion, social awareness and strength of character. The NSW Police Force and Charles Sturt University are committed to the principle that police officers should reflect as closely as possible the diversity of Australian society.
Generally, for at least the first three years you perform general operational duties and will deal with a range of incidents, such as domestic violence, motor vehicle collisions and crowd control.
You can then continue to develop your expertise in the operational stream or pursue investigation, intelligence, education and development, legal or one of the many other career path opportunities available within NSW Police Force.
Entry to all the specialist fields is competitive, but CSU can help you all the way by offering the opportunity for further study - the Associate Degree in Policing Practice is your first step in a career that makes a difference!
NSW Police College, Goulburn
You will complete your studies at the NSW Police College which is located at Goulburn. This is a specialist training facility staffed by experienced instructors employed by Charles Sturt University as well as current and former police officers.
The Police College has a simulated courtroom, Police station and scenario village, with an advanced driver training facility located close to the campus. The college provides for the education and training needs of the NSW Police Force which ranges from the initial recruitment through to more advanced specialist police training.
Further education through Charles Sturt University
There are further educational opportunities on both undergraduate and postgraduate level available through the university:
