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Application

  • Where can I register my interest for the National Detective Programme?
  • I submitted my application, but I have not been contacted. When will you contact me?
  • How long after I submit my application will I hear back?
  • I am having problems registering my interest for the National Detective Programme.
  • Please can you call me to discuss the National Detective Programme?
  • How can I meet you and find out more?
  • Can I reapply if I was unsuccessful in a previous year?
  • Can I change the police force I selected?
  • Can I defer my application for the National Detective Programme?
  • What do the application and assessment process entail? Please give me an overview of the application process.
  • How long after I apply will I hear back?
  • Can I transfer my National Detective Programme application to be a National Graduate Leadership Programme application?
  • How will I be contacted throughout the process?
  • Which forces are you partnered with?
  • How long, on average, can I expect from application to offer?
  • Can my application be fast-tracked because my application to direct entry was successful?
  • What do you look for in a candidate?
  • Can I apply to Police Now if I am currently applying via direct entry/if I have been rejected by direct entry?
  • When should I apply to the National Detective Programme application?
  • Can I complete the recruitment process while abroad?
  • Can I choose which force to apply to?
  • I have registered my interest for the National Detective Programme – when will I hear back?
  • Please can you call me?
  • When do I need to graduate in order to be eligible for the next intake of the National Detective Programme?
  • Can I reapply if I was unsuccessful in a previous year?
  • Can I change my force preference?
  • Can I defer my application?
  • How can I increase my chances of being accepted onto the National Detective Programme?
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