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police officer Review

at West Midlands Police

Degree Apprenticeship

Police Officer

Wolverhampton

Review Submitted: February 2026

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Everything provided by the role is supportive and well suited. All staff and other members of the force help you when needed and guide you in the right direction. The university provides clear direction and support to achieving your goals and meeting the demands of an apprentice.
Whilst working the university provide ample time to complete assignments and provided support throughout.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Currently enjoying it thoroughly after initial year.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Developed and advanced communication and problem solving skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Program is clearly laid out and structured and all times allocated to university work is laid out and protected to ensure learning is not disrupted.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Provide plenty of avenues for support should it be required.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Plenty of supportive provided for having ample time to complete assignments.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Makes me more aware and better equipped with a further understanding of topics.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Plethora of plenty additional clubs to be involved with

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend West Midlands Police to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Provides you with ample opportunities and further pathways
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to West Midlands Police?
Prepare as best as you can for the interview process
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