IPROWD Courses IPROWD EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM I NDIGENOUS P OLICE R ECRUITMENT O UR W AY D ELIVERY

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1 IPROWD Courses IPROWD EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM The Australian Government, the NSW Police Force, TAFE NSW and Charles Sturt University are working in partnership to offer IPROWD training programs across NSW which will assist Aboriginal people to gain entry into the NSW Police Force. Expressions of Interest are now being taken from potential applicants to register. Courses may be located at a range of locations across NSW. For more information: iprowd@tafensw.edu.au

2 ABOUT THE PROGRAM The IPROWD Training Program provides: A Certificate III Vocational and Study Pathways (National Code 10098NAT TAFE Course No 10759) which meets the entry requirements for the Associate Degree in Policing Practice offered by Charles Sturt University( CSU) for the NSW Police Academy. Fulltime and flexible course delivery option will be offered. An opportunity to undertake an excursion to the NSW Police Academy at Goulburn. Skills and knowledge in: Communication, information technology, writing and presentation skills, ethics and workplace responsibilities and Aboriginal studies. Support to acquire the various certificates to meet the requirements of NSW Police Recruitment. Support with completing applications for CSU and the NSW Police Force. IPROWD SELECTION CRITERIA Students must meet the following criteria: Be of Aboriginal and/or TSI descent, identify as being Aboriginal and/or TSI and be accepted by your community (you may be asked to provide confirmation). Have no serious prior criminal history or serious driving offences. Be committed to joining the NSW Police Force. Be prepared to become medically and physically fit and willing to undertake assessment for both. Minimum 18 years of age. Demonstrate effective reading and writing skills at interview and appropriate literacy skills. Have a current drivers licence (minimum red Ps). Be prepared to travel to attend IPROWD Training or temporarily relocate for the period of the course. Be committed to meet the IPROWD Student Code of Conduct. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Call the IPROWD team on if you have any questions. Complete the Expression of Interest form (attached) ensuring you provide all information required. Scan and send your Expression of Interest form to iprowd@ tafensw.edu.au to ensure we have your contact details. Or post to: IPROWD PO Box 787 Dubbo NSW 2830 Your local TAFE College or your local NSW Police Station can assist you to send your Expression of Interest form in. Once we receive your Expression of Interest, we will send confirmation that we have received it. Please note that students are not guaranteed entry into the NSW Police Force or Charles Sturt University as all students must meet the entrance standards or eligibility requirements. For more information contact: IPROWD Student Information iprowd@tafensw.edu.au Note: images used in this brochure are indigenous police officers or IPROWD students.

3 IPROWD TRAINING PROGRAM IPROWD Expression of Interest Form Applicant Details: Date: Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Mr Mrs Miss Surname: Middle name: First name: Home phone: Work phone: Mobile: address: Do you have a current drivers licence? Drivers licence number: Expiry date: Date of birth: Preferred name: Address: Town: State: Postcode: How long have you lived at your current address? Previous address: Town: State: Postcode: How long did you live at your previous address? Have you ever used or been known by any other name? Employment History - Summary of Previous Employment Employer name Phone Length of employment Employment referee name: Education and Training History Phone: Have you enjoyed your educational experiences to date? Why? List any qualifications/courses you have completed Qualification Training Provider Date To ensure we can provide individual support for IPROWD students: How would you rate your maths, reading, communication and computer skills? (please circle) High Average Help Needed

4 IPROWD EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM NSW Police Criminal Check Screening I give authority for the NSW Police Force to access my records by the COPS [computer operating policing system] to identify if I would be suitable to apply to the NSW Police Force in the near future Medical Information Would you say you are medically and physically fit? Do you have any current medical conditions that may exclude you from entry into the NSW Police Force? Do you consent to a medical screening interview with the Aboriginal Medical Service? You MUST undertake a Fitness Program as part of IPROWD to increase your physical fitness. Are you prepared to do so? Participation in the IPROWD Training Program Will you need any assistance to attend the IPROWD interview? Are you registered with a NCAP Provider Are you registered with a Job Active Provider if yes, name of provider and location: Will you be able to travel to attend the IPROWD Program? Will you need any assistance to participate in the IPROWD Program? TAFE NSW will keep photo records of Iprowd events and course excursions. Do you give permission for TAFE NSW to use photos to highlight the iprowd program on the iprowd website and in brochures? At what region would you like to undertake IPROWD? Western NSW South Western Sydney Western Sydney Riverina New England Sydney Central North Coast Hunter Illawarra How did you find out about the IPROWD Program? Newspaper Radio Community Information Session ACLOs Website School Job Active Other Signed: Date: Phone IPROWD@tafensw.edu.au Web. Post to: PO Box 787 Dubbo NSW 2830

5 IPROWD EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM 2016 Please answer questions using full sentences. Joining the NSW Police Force 1. Please tell us why you want to join the NSW Police Force and what police role do you think you would like to do in the future? 2. Why would you make a good police officer? Phone IPROWD@tafensw.edu.au Web. Post to: PO Box 787 Dubbo NSW 2830

6 IPROWD EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM Tell us about your interests and your family? Phone Web. Post to: PO Box 787 Dubbo NSW 2830