Developed in conjunction with Skills for Justice, this NVQ in Police Supervisory Management is aimed at police officers who have completed their probationary period and who are now seeking to progress in their careers from Police Constable to Police Sergeant. It is a direct progression from the NVQs in Policing at levels 3 and 4. It is also the first step on the promotional ladder in the service, following completion of the probationary period. Individuals in the role of Sergeant have a considerable degree of autonomy and some responsibility for the work of others. 

Qualification structure

The structure of the qualification has been developed to reflect the functions carried out by officers who are working at, or seeking promotion to, the rank of Sergeant.

To complete the full award, learners must achieve eight mandatory units and four optional units:

• Promote people’s equality, diversity and rights
• Conduct intelligence driven briefing, tasking and debriefing
• Plan and deploy resources for policing operations
• Prepare for, monitor and maintain policing operations
• Manage activities to meet customer requirements
• Lead the work of teams and individuals to achieve their objectives
• Delegate work to others
• Promote a health and safety culture in the workplace

A full list of the optional units is available within the qualification handbook (pdf.0.67mb).

Are there any entry requirements for learners?

There are no formal entry requirements for this NVQ; however you should ensure that your learners are in a position to demonstrate the performance evidence/underpinning knowledge requirements of this qualification.

How is the qualification assessed?

This is a work based NVQ which means learners are assessed in the workplace performing real work activities. In addition to observation, there is a range of other methods of assessment such as expert witness observation, professional discussion, accounts and case studies. In order to ensure that all requirements are met, assessors must determine the most appropriate mix of assessment methods.

Progression

To enable learners to progress in their policing career, we have a full suite of qualifications to choose from:

• Police Operational Management
• Police Organisational Management
• Police Strategic Management
• Intelligence Analysis

This qualification also supports the Integrated Competency Framework (ICF), a series of national standards and guidelines which enable Police Forces and individuals to improve quality and consistency of performance and behaviour in jobs throughout the police service.

Additionally, we have a wide range of Leadership and Management qualifications offered through our sister organistation ILM.