Police
ANZSCO 4413
70,100
5%
28%
$2,560
40 yrs
Growing
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Police is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
Courses linked to this job include Advanced Diploma of Surveillance, Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation, Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue), and Advanced Diploma of Police Witness Protection.
Jobs and Skills Australia rates the job outlook as Growing.
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About this career
Police protect and preserve property, public order and safety through the enforcement of laws.
What they typically do
- Investigating and prosecuting offences committed in areas such as organised, corporate and computer crime, environmental offences, drug trafficking, fraud, counterfeiting and terrorism
- Securing and examining scenes of crimes and accidents to locate and obtain evidence for analysis
- Protecting witnesses and investigating official corruption
- Maintaining public order and safety
- Patrolling assigned areas to minimise potential for public disturbance and crime
- Investigating accidents, crimes, minor offences and citizens' complaints, gathering evidence, and pursuing, arresting and interviewing suspected offenders
- Testing persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and issuing infringement notices for traffic offences
- Directing and re-routing traffic at congested areas
- Attending community meetings and answering inquiries from the public where necessary
- Providing advice and assistance to victims of crime and their families
- Maintaining records and preparing reports
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Police.
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Advanced Diploma of Surveillance
POL62422 · AQF 6 · 2 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation
POL65125 · AQF 6 · 3 providers
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Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue)
PUA30322 · AQF 3 · 6 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Police Witness Protection
POL60521 · AQF 6 · 0 providers
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Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community Policing
POL30125 · AQF 3 · 0 providers
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Certificate IV in Protective Services
POL41225 · AQF 4 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Policing
11000NAT · AQF 6 · 0 providers
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Certificate IV in Technical Surveillance
11211NAT · AQF 4 · 1 providers
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Certificate IV in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue Management)
PUA42619 · AQF 4 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Police Close Personal Protection
POL60121 · AQF 6 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Police Supervision
POL60118 · AQF 6 · 0 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Police Search and Rescue Management
POL60626 · AQF 6 · 0 providers