How do I become a Merseyside police officer?

Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA)

  1. To be eligible to apply you must have achieved a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English (GCSE or equivalent)
  2. You will apply to Merseyside Police and upon appointment will begin your three year degree apprenticeship.

Can I join the police with asthma?

Individuals with asthma that is well-controlled with inhalers are acceptable. You will be individually assessed. Your treatment needs to give good blood-sugar control and be able to adapt to the demands of the job (including shifts and variable meal patterns). You will be individually assessed.

How long does police application take?

The process length varies – we strive to complete the process within six months but it may considerably take longer. The process includes: Completing the application form including proof of eligibility and assessment of your competency- based questions. Online assessment centre programme.

What is involved in a police medical exam?

The medical test varies by force but normally involves: Checking your height, weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) A musculoskeletal assessment. Blood pressure check / urinalysis.

Are Merseyside police recruiting?

We are delighted to announce that based on government funding we are once again able to reopen our police officer recruitment lines.

Where do Merseyside police train?

Where will I learn and study when completing the Apprenticeship? Block learning will be delivered at Merseyside Police Training venues at Mather Avenue in Liverpool and Lea Green in St Helens.

Can you join police with tattoos?

Once you have joined we will sometimes require you to cover up your tattoos for policing events such as ceremonial events. Tattoos that are considered to be against the Met’s standards and values will mean you are unable to join us. That would include tattoos that are: discriminatory.

How old can you join the police?

You can now apply to join the police service at age 17, though you’ll need to wait until you’re 18 before you can officially become a police officer.

Can you join police with high blood pressure?

Sustained and untreatable hypertension is not compatible with an active policing role due to the cardiovascular risk and performance compromise it invokes. Your BMI, which is calculated from your height and weight, needs to be in the healthy to overweight range.