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National police promotion framework (NPPF)

The four-step promotion process for police officers seeking promotion to the rank of sergeant or inspector.

Steps to becoming a sergeant or inspector

The NPPF is a four-step promotion process for police officers seeking promotion to the rank of sergeant or inspector.

  • Step 1 – achieving competence in current rank.
  • Step 2 – examination of law and procedure
  • Step 3 – local selection process and matching to vacancies. 
  • Step 4 – temporary promotion (12 months) and a work based assessment leading to a professional qualification in police management. 

​Promotion is only attained once an officer has successfully completed all four steps.

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