Probationer Hub
Everything student officers and probationers need — from your first week through to Independent Patrol Status, PEQF assignments, statement writing, and beyond.
Unofficial independent resource — always verify with official sources (College of Policing, your force, PFEW).
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First Week Guide
What to expect on your very first days in training and on division.
GoPEQF Assignments
How to structure your PCDA and DHEP assignments to pass first time.
GoIndependent Patrol Status
What IPS means, how to evidence it, and the tutored phase timeline.
GoStatement Writing
MG11 template, grammar rules, and what supervisors look for.
GoPocket Notebook
Legal requirements, what to record, and how entries can be challenged.
GoCommon Mistakes Guide
The most frequent errors new officers make and how to avoid them.
GoKey guides for probationers
Tools & resources
Related templates
Community forum
Glossary terms
Official sources for probationers
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College of Policing — PEQF
The official framework governing student officer learning and assessment.
Last checked: April 2026 - Verify on official source
College of Policing APP
Authorised Professional Practice — the definitive operational guidance reference.
Last checked: April 2026 - Verify on official source
PFEW — Probationer Support
Federation guidance on pay, tutored phase, and IPS rights.
Last checked: April 2026
Last reviewed: April 2026