Policemen and policewomen commence their training in the northern region
Police Recruitment Kicks Off in Schleswig-Holstein
A total of 310 individuals have commenced their police training in Schleswig-Holstein, marking a significant step towards ensuring a future of qualified officers in the region. The recruitment process involved two main paths, with 152 trainees beginning the practical training in Eutin and 158 starting the three-year degree program at the Fachhochschule für Verwaltung und Dienstleistung (FHVD) in Altenholz [1][2].
In Eutin, the practical training program lasts for 2.5 years and includes the water police branch, while the FHVD program in Altenholz offers a three-year degree and is open to various branches such as protection police, water police, and criminal police [1].
The requirements for these programs generally include a completed school education, with the Abitur (university entrance qualification) typically required for the higher service. Other prerequisites include physical fitness, security clearance, and often a German citizenship requirement. Successful candidates are selected through an application process that involves online submissions, a selection process from a large applicant pool, and assessment centers that include physical and psychological tests [1].
This year, Schleswig-Holstein saw an increase in applications, with 2,116 applicants, slightly more than last year. The Interior Minister, Sabine Sütterlin-Waack, expressed her satisfaction with the number of young people eager to contribute to ensuring security in the country [3].
The state police enjoys a high reputation among applicants, as confirmed by Minister Sütterlin-Waack. In response to demographic changes, special efforts have been made to adjust recruitment, such as an additional recruitment this year due to the missing Abitur year at the gymnasium [3].
| Location | Program Type | Duration | Target Career Level | Number of New Recruits in 2025 | |------------|--------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------|-------------------------------| | Eutin | Practical Training | 2.5 years | Mittlerer Dienst (Middle) | 152 (incl. 4 water police) | | Altenholz | Degree Program (FHVD) | 3 years | Gehobener Dienst (Higher) | (Unspecified) |
For precise application deadlines, detailed eligibility criteria, and documents needed, applicants should consult the official Schleswig-Holstein police recruitment website or the FHVD Altenholz homepage.
References: [1] Schleswig-Holstein Police Recruitment Website [2] FHVD Altenholz Homepage [3] Schleswig-Holstein Police Press Release
Participants of Schleswig-Holstein's police recruitment program can gain a comprehensive education and self-development through the practical training in Eutin and the degree program at the Fachhochschule für Verwaltung und Dienstleistung (FHVD) in Altenholz. Additionally, career development opportunities and skills training are available for successive career levels in various police branches.
