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Category Archives: Police
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Jun
Jun
The Police Competency and Values Framework (CVF) underpins every stage of the police recruitment process. In this guide, you’ll learn the core values and competencies, how to demonstrate them effectively, and how they are assessed during the SIFT stage, Online Assessment Centre (OAC), and police interview.
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Sep
Sep
Everything you need to know about the UK police selection process in 2025. Step-by-step guidance on the National Sift, Online Assessment Centre exercises, CVF competencies, sample questions, and expert tips to pass every stage.
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Oct
Oct
The Competency and Values Framework (CVF) sets the behavioral standards expected of police officers in the UK. In 2024, the CVF was updated to reflect a more modern and inclusive approach to policing. Understanding these changes is critical to performing well in the Online Assessment Centre (OAC) Written and Briefing Exercises.
In this blog, we will break down the new values and competencies in the 2024 CVF, how they relate to the OAC assessments, and provide information where you can get brand new exrcises for the OAC Written and Briefing exercises, designed with the 2024 Competency and Values Framework in mind.
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Aug
Aug
If you’re seeking a comprehensive roadmap to securing Met Police jobs, you’ve landed in the right place. This guide will walk you through the most up-to-date Met Police application process, from the online assessments to the Met Police final interview. Whether you’re a newcomer or considering a career shift into Metropolitan Police jobs, this guide is for you.
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Aug
Aug
This blog will focus on the three entry routes commonly used by the home office police services when recruiting police officers. We will discuss the requirements to qualify for each entry route and take a closer look at what is involved, allowing you to make the best-informed decision based on your circumstances and qualifications.
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Apr
Apr
In this blog we are going to discuss the 3 different sifting processes you may come across during the early stages of the selection process. We will also look at the most common assessments you will have to undertake and pass to progress in the selection process to become a police officer.
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Jan
Jan
Are you applying to join Police Scotland? In this article we will take a look at how you can ensure you pass your Police Scotland Application Form!
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Jan
Jan
Do you have a Police Scotland interview coming up? In this article we will take a look at how you can ensure you pass your Police Scotland Competency Interview!
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Aug
Aug
In this blog we are going to give you the opportunity to practice a brand new Police Online Assessment Written Exercise Question. This question includes a unique scenario not available anywhere else. Feel free to post your suggested answers, for feedback from the How2become team