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How to join Hertfordshire Constabulary

Application process, entry routes and requirements for Hertfordshire Constabulary, summarised from the force's own careers site.

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The application process to become a Special Constable involves completing a national application form, followed by a series of assessments and training.

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Application stages

  1. 1

    Application

    Complete a national application form with personal and eligibility information.

  2. 2

    SIFT online assessment

    Participate in a situational judgement test and a behavioural styles questionnaire.

  3. 3

    In-force interview

    Attend a 30-minute interview assessing your motivations and values.

  4. 4

    Pre-appointment checks

    Complete medical, reference checks, recruitment vetting, and a fitness test to level 5.4.

  5. 5

    Training

    Undergo a 13-week blended learning programme with practical lessons.

  6. 6

    Attestation

    Sworn in as a police officer at an attestation ceremony.

  7. 7

    Accompanied patrol

    Begin duties with mentored patrols until fitting for independent patrol.

Entry routes

  • special constable

Fitness test

Bleep test: 5.4

Vetting level

Recruitment Vetting

All UK forces share the same core regulatory framework (College of Policing entry routes, NPPF fitness standards, vetting levels). For a general explainer that applies to every force, see Entry routes (PCDA / DHEP / IPCDP), the fitness test and vetting.

Source: https://www.herts.police.uk/police-forces/hertfordshire-constabulary/areas/careers/special-constables/the-application-process-to-become-a-special-constable · Updated 2026-06-20