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Level 3 Police Pathways

POLPW300
Course Description

The Police Pathway Programme is supported by the NZ Police. It aims to provide high school students with a basic understanding of the knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes associated with the Police and policing in Aotearoa.  This programme also allows students to explore the physical and leadership requirements required to become a Police Officer.


Learning Areas:

Careers & Transition


Assessment Information

All assessments are internally assessed unit standards that have been contextualised toward policing within New Zealand

Career Pathways

Paramedic, Pathologist, Police Officer, Emergency Management Officer, Diver, Corrections Officer, Forensic Scientist, Firefighter, Fishery Officer, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Health and Safety Inspector, Security Officer/Guard, Parking Officer, Probation Officer, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Environmental/Public Health Officer, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Intelligence Officer