Direct Entry Detective Constable - HC622392
The Direct Entry Detective Constable (DEDC) programme provides candidates the opportunity to become an accredited detective within two years. Initial training for this programme will commence in November 2026.
We open this challenging programme for a limited time each year to ensure we attract the best candidates and provide dedicated support to your development.
The DEDC programme is a competitive process and only a select number of applicants will be successful. If you meet the core requirements of a Police Constable throughout the process, but do not make it onto the DEDC programme, you may revert to a PC pathway and still have the opportunity to accredit as a detective within three years on our internal routes. There is no need to apply for the PC pathway at the same time as this.