There's now just a few days left to apply for the Merseyside Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) programme.
As well as a university degree, you'll earn a starting salary of £24,780.
While being a police officer comes with many benefits and highs, it isn't the career for everyone and it can be extremely challenging both physically and mentally and requires a specific set of skills.
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You'll receive training and support throughout your career to help you manage the demands of policing, but it's important to be sure that becoming a police officer is right for you.
The job advert states that the questions you'll need to ask yourself before applying include: "Are you more inclined to run towards danger instead of away from it? Do you think you will be able to deal with complex, sensitive and upsetting situations and cases?
"Do you have great people skills, remaining calm and patient with members of the public, particularly in stressful or volatile situations? And can you handle traumatic situations and be able to communicate information sensitively?"
You would also need to be able to give clear and accurate evidence in court, be able to work shifts, nights and weekends (including public holidays), and be flexible about where you work, accepting that you might not work in your preferred location.
The PCDA programme means individuals of all backgrounds can obtain a degree while working and earning a full salary as a Student Police Officer.
The programme, which is delivered in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University, lasts for three years and includes classroom delivery, practical application and tutorship, including on the job training, course work and exams.
For full details on the course, including how to apply, please visit here. Applications need to be submitted no later than 11.59pm on Monday, February 7.
