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Australian Federal Police Applicants

We will prepare you!

To apply for any of the following Australian Federal Police (AFP) positions:

  • ACT Community Policing
  • Federal Agent
  • Protective Service Officer

What is the difference between Community Policing, Federal Agent and Protective Service Officer roles?

According to the AFP FAQ's (2011), Community Policing recruits begin in community policing in Canberra doing general duties. This may involve patrols and attending disputes, events, accidents, fires, floods and other disasters. More details are in the section about Community Policing.

Federal Agents prevent and detect crimes against Commonwealth law, many of which extend beyond state and national borders. Examples include terrorism, organised crime and people smuggling. More details are in the section about Federal Agents.

Protective Service Officers protect Commonwealth interests in Australia and overseas, including counter terrorism first response at Australia's major airports. More details are in the section about Protective Service Officers.

We recommend if you have year 12 or year 10 with a trade certificate you would benefit from studying one of the following courses to prepare to be competitive before you submit an application for a sworn Police Officer position with the AFP:

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We recommend you study the following qualifications if you do not have year 12 or year 10 with a trade certificate:

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12 month program

'Many people are interested in AFP employment and this makes selection competitive. On this basis, the AFP tends to favour applicants with life experience and relevant skills and training' (AFP 2011).

What is included?

  • Education relevant to prepare you for police selection process, College training and beyond
  • Access to teaching staff with many years of policing experience
  • Comprehensive and modern online learning environment
  • Seven day a week support

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