QPS offers a range of entry pathways for applicants from different backgrounds. They include General Entry for school leavers and career changers without policing experience, as well as pathways for applicants with policing experience from Australia or overseas. These entry pathways help the QPS Recruiting team assess your application through a multi-step recruitment process, and determine the recruit training program best suited to your circumstances.
On this page:
- QPS entry pathways
- First Nations and Multicultural preparatory programs
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Which QPS entry pathway is right for you?
Each entry pathway will guide you through the relevant eligibility requirements and application process steps. Note, these may vary depending on the pathway and your individual circumstances.
To get started, explore the entry pathway below which best matches your unique background and experience.
General Entry pathway
Designed for applicants who are new to policing, including those with Australian defence experience, or do not have prior or recent policing experience.
Australian and New Zealand police experience
The QPS invites applications from current or recently serving police officers from other Australian or New Zealand (ANZ) jurisdictions.
International police experience
Foreign nationals with recent and relevant policing experience may be eligible to apply to the QPS.
Former QPS police experience
The QPS welcomes applications from previous serving QPS officers wishing to re-join the organisation.
Special Constable (State officer)
Queensland police officers who have recently or will soon retire or resign can apply to become Special Constables to support frontline duties during high-demand periods.
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First Nations and Multicultural preparatory programs
QPS also offers preparatory programs for Multicultural and First Nations recruit applicants which run prior to the Recruit Training Program (RTP) to help applicants prepare for their RTP journey.
First Nations Recruit Preparation Pathway
The QPS offers positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in its First Nations Recruit Preparation Pathway (FNRPP).
Multicultural Recruit Preparation Pathway
The Multicultural Recruit Preparation Pathway (MRPP) is available to recruit applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Next steps
Once you have reviewed the entry pathway that best matches your circumstances, explore this website to learn more about a policing career and our recruitment process. When you feel confident that you meet the eligibility requirements and are ready to commit to the recruitment process, get started with your Expression of Interest.
If your application is successful, you will then complete a recruit training program at a QPS Academy.