POLST303

Police Pathways

Course Description

The Police Pathway Programme aims to provide students with a basic understanding of the knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes associated with the Police and Policing in Aotearoa New Zealand. In addition to this, the course will provide an opportunity for students to explore the physical and leadership requirements required to become a Police Officer. The vision is to provide rangatahi the opportunity to become a member of New Zealand Police following the completion of Secondary School in their chosen career path or area of interest. Credits = 16 (plus optional 3 credits) Learning and teaching approaches: This course will assist students with foundational knowledge and understanding of core policing principles necessary for the role of police officer. Specific sessions will assist students to gain an understanding of theory and practical elements of topics within the course. Teaching sessions will include; • Classroom based sessions • Guest presentations • Online based activities • Practical experiences • Visits to local Police operational groups

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)

Required Equipment

You are required to have a folder or ring binder of some sort to keep your work and notes in.

You will be given handouts, but you also require your own refill paper, pens and pencils etc.

Access to a computer, chromebook or ipad is very useful.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 1296 v8
NZQA Info
Conduct informal interviews
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 1297 v8
NZQA Info
Conduct a formal interview
Level: 4
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 1307 v9
NZQA Info
Speak to a known audience in a predictable situation
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 4251 v9
NZQA Info
Plan a career pathway
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 11097 v6
NZQA Info
Listen actively to gain information in an interactive situation
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 17
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0