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Introduction


Welcome to the police officer recruitment section of Greater Manchester Police.
GMP is one of the largest provincial forces in England and Wales, employing approximately 8000 police officers.

Being part of such a large force brings fantastic opportunities in terms of career development, specialisms and promotion, meaning that once you have finished your 2 year probationary period as a Student Officer you can take your career in any direction you choose.

If you are ready for the challenges that being a police officer will bring, then look at the following pages which will give you further information about being a police officer, hints and tips on how to prepare, and information on how to apply.