With the police recruitment process, as in any job application process, it is important to give yourself every chance of success so that you get it right first time. The end result could well be a fantastic career in the police service.

The police selection process is competitive and, as with any competitive process, there are ways to get ahead of the crowd. There is nothing like inside knowledge to give you an advantage in getting your police career started, and there are many resources available that can give you this information and help.

If you are serious about applying to join the police, a product that is highly recommended is the How To Become A UK Police Officer guide which includes insider tips, advice on how to pass the recruitment test, a 'How To Get Police Fit' guide and a 'Police Fitness Test' audio section. Click here to view the guide contents.

So before you apply to join the police, visit the Joining Assistance page for help every step of the way.