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NZ Certificate in Study And Career Preparation (Level 3)
Ready to get into the recruitment process but still needing support with the academic and physical aspects?
This 24-week course fits around your life with evening and Saturday sessions, giving you the edge you need to meet the demands of the New Zealand Police.
THE ULTIMATE PREP FOR YOUR CAREER IN THE POLICE.
NZ Certificate in Study And Career Preparation (Level 3)
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
You Are:
17 years of age or older
You Have:
Restricted or Full NZ Drivers License
You Are A:
NZ Citizen, Resident, Refugee or Permanent Resident
THE RECRUTIMENT EDGE YOU'LL GAIN
We focus on the specific capabilities required to pass the Police recruitment process. Spend your time building the fitness and knowledge to succeed:
Recruitment Readiness:
Understand the study skills and steps required for the official recruitment process.
Academic & Physical Prep:
Build the literacy, numeracy, and physical strength needed for entrance demands.
Māori Framework:
Learn the importance of teamwork within a Māori framework, essential for modern policing.
Problem Solving:
Master the effective communication and problem-solving skills used on the front line.
Team Leadership:
Develop high-level team skills to handle the high-pressure demands of the course.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Get a head start on your journey to the Police with a course designed for real-world readiness. Over 20 weeks, you will move beyond the classroom to build the foundation of discipline and teamwork required for a career of service.
Academic Prep
Master the study skills required for the recruitment process.
Physical Prep
Prepare for the physical demands of the New Zealand Police.
Māori Framework
Build teamwork skills within a cultural Māori framework.
Communication
Master professional communication and effective problem-solving techniques.
QUICK FACTS
Course Dates
06 July 2026 – 18 December 2026 OR
24 August 2026 – 26 February 2027
Duration
24 Weeks (Part-time, Evenings)
Course Fees
$3,684 (or FREE under the Free Fees Scheme)
Eligibility
- Aged 17+
- Must hold a restricted or full NZ drivers license
- NZ Citizen, Resident, Refugee or Permanent Resident
READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY?
We are unable to enrol students on visitor, work or student visas.
If you're over 17 with a Restricted or Full license, our Police prep intake is designed to get you recruitment-ready without quitting your day job.
Gain the academic and physical edge you need with our part-time evening course.
Fill out your details and our team will help you check your eligibility for this course.
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
“As a police officer, I'll be a positive role model to my family, my people, and my community. I'll represent them with honour and respect and hopefully inspire Maori to rise up and achieve something great. MSL prepared me so well I had absolutely no doubts when sitting my test.”
Carl Nathan - Police Prep Graduate
“Since I was little it's been my dream to be a police office. Being a single mum and working 40 hours a week was challenging but I made it to police prep graduation with the help of awesome staff and tutors at MSL. Such a positive atmosphere.”
Tatriana Turaga - Police Prep Graduate
