The NT Police, and NT Fire and Emergency Services Cadet Program comprises 18 months of Vocational Education and Training for high school students aged 15 – 17 years. Cadets have the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of front-line services whilst working towards tertiary qualifications. The program promotes NTG employment pathways, with Cadet graduates eligible for entry level public service recruitment via the Cadet special measures priority consideration.
As a NTPF cadet, you will participate in fun and educational activities such as:
- POL21122 Certificate II in Community Engagement (one day a week, during School Terms) at the Police College Darwin (RTO No. 0384).
- BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (one day a week, during School Terms) at Charles Darwin University Darwin (RTO No. 0373).
- A leadership camp.
- Remote Aboriginal community exposure and community engagement.
- Volunteer activities at local community events.
- Multiple work experience opportunities.
- Exposure to Industry experts and specialists working in The NT Police, and NT Fire and Emergency Services.
- POL21122 Certificate II in Community Engagement (RTO No. 0384).
- BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (RTO No. 0373).
- A leadership camp.
- Remote Aboriginal community exposure and community engagement.
- Volunteer activities at local community events.
- Multiple work experience opportunities.
- Exposure to industry experts and specialists working in The NT Police, and NT Fire and Emergency Services.
Applications are now open for next year.
Cadet program enquires can be sent to cadets.pfes@pfes.nt.gov.au.
Apply now!
Application process
- Complete an application form and email it to cadets.pfes@pfes.nt.gov.au including year 10 academic results, discipline history, school attendance record, and a one-page letter detailing why the applicant wants to become a Cadet.
- Attend a face-to-face interview with staff from NTPF College and CDU.
Applications must be supported by the student’s school VET Coordinator.
More information
More information can be found within the application form.
Or you can send your general questions about this Cadet Program via email to cadets.pfes@pfes.nt.gov.au at any time.