Queensland

Police Officer courses in Brisbane

Browse courses recommended for aspiring police officer in Brisbane QLD.

Courses for beginners

There is 1 course available in Brisbane Queensland for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

11029NAT

Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland)
On Campus
4 days
$250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Police Officer Security Guard Security Officer
Bodyguard Trapper or Hunter
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Police Officer Security Guard Security Officer Bodyguard Trapper or Hunter + 2 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Courses for experienced learners

There are 5 courses available in Brisbane Queensland for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

Recommended
10971NAT

Certificate IV in Justice Studies
Blended, On Campus, Online
5 weeks - 18 months
$0 - $4,090
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Correctional Officer Court Officer Paralegal
Police Officer Prison Officer Public Servant Court Support Worker Crime Analyst
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Correctional Officer Court Officer Paralegal Police Officer Prison Officer Public Servant Court Support Worker Crime Analyst + 5 more
10972NAT

Diploma of Justice Studies
Blended, On Campus
5 weeks - 12 months
$0 - $9,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Correctional Officer Court Officer Paralegal
Police Officer Public Servant Court Support Worker Crime Analyst
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Correctional Officer Court Officer Paralegal Police Officer Public Servant Court Support Worker Crime Analyst + 4 more

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
On Campus, Online
24 - 36 months
$0 - $102,240
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Court Officer Criminologist Detective
Police Officer Parole Officer Prosecutor Magistrate Crime Analyst
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Court Officer Criminologist Detective Police Officer Parole Officer Prosecutor Magistrate Crime Analyst + 5 more

Bachelor of Policing
Online
36 months
$48,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Crime Prevention Officer Police Officer
Probation Officer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Investigator Crime Prevention Officer Police Officer Probation Officer + 1 more

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice
Blended
36 months
$48,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Criminologist Parole Officer Police Officer
Law Enforcement Officer Prosecutor Chief of Police Forensic Consultant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Criminologist Parole Officer Police Officer Law Enforcement Officer Prosecutor Chief of Police Forensic Consultant + 4 more
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Key questions

How can I become a police officer?

To become a police officer in Brisbane, you may want to consider completing the Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland). This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Brisbane?

You can train to become a police officer by completing a qualification with Asset College. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Brisbane area that provide police officer training. The closest campus is 2km away from the center of Brisbane. You can also study a police officer course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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Law Enforcement Officer

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Avg yearly income $93,600
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Detective

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Avg yearly income $130,000
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Crime Analyst

A Crime Analyst studies crime data to aid law enforcement in preventing and solving crimes by identifying patterns and providing insights.

Avg yearly income $78,000
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Chief of Police

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Avg yearly income $130,000
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Avg yearly income $93,600
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