What you need to kick off your exciting new career.
Four steps to start your career as a police officer
1. Check your eligibility and suitability
Check you've got what it takes to become a police officer with this interactive quiz.
2. Meet our entry requirements
Get to know the entry requirements all police officer applicants must meet before applying.
3. Understand our recruitment process
What to expect in our recruitment process, including tests, interviews, and the entrance exam.
4. Apply to be a police officer
What to have ready, traits we look for, and how to start your application with us.
How to apply with prior policing experience
Recognition of prior interstate and international policing experience
Learn whether Victoria Police will recognise your prior policing experience.
Former Victoria Police constable or senior constable reappointment process
How former Victoria Police officers can return to the organisation and how the registration process works.
Former Victoria Police sergeant or senior sergeant reappointment process
The most commonly asked questions for former Victoria Police officers thinking about returning to the organisation at the rank of sergeant or senior sergeant.
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