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Finnish Police Sergeant’s Examination

The Finnish Police Sergeant's Examination is a supervisory training qualification, the extent of which is 45 credit points. Those who have completed the Diploma in Police Studies and worked at least two years in the profession can apply for the training programme. Studies for the Finnish Police Sergeant's Examination are undertaken alongside work and last about one and a half years.

The Finnish Police Sergeant's Examination confers eligibility for the posts of Sergeant, Detective Sergeant and Senior Detective.

» Structure of the Finnish Police Sergeant's Examination (PDF-file, 206 KB)

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