The Fredericton Police Force (FPF) and the Atlantic Police Academy (APA) have partnered to host an APA Police Science (Cadet) program in Fredericton launching January 2025!
This program will provide candidates with no prior police experience or training the opportunity to attend the APA Police Science (Cadet) program with most of the program taught in Fredericton, New Brunswick, with some travel to the APA’s primary facility in Summerside, PEI. The program includes twenty (20) weeks of course instruction followed by twelve (12) weeks of on-the-job training with the Fredericton Police Force.
Candidates have access to funding models for APA tuition fees (please see FAQ section for more details). Upon successful completion of the program, which includes a paid On-the-job training portion, cadets will be offered full-time, permanent constable positions with the FPF.
Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada (must have lived in Canada for at least 5 years)
Have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted and have no criminal charges pending before the courts
Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual that other people would look upon as being trustworthy and having integrity
Possess a valid unrestricted driver’s license
Must be medically and psychologically fit to police force standards
Must be able to pass the Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE) test to police standards
Must not have been declined entry to the APA in the last 5 years.
FPF will conduct and/or coordinate the following steps in the process:
Collection of Resume and Cover Letter
Completion of Authorization to Exchange Information with a Third Party (APA)
Preliminary Interview
PARE Test
Panel interview
Pre-polygraphy booklet
Pre-employment Ethics/Integrity Interview
Extensive Background Check including Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks
Psychological Assessment/Testing
Candidates who do not pass any step in the process will not proceed.
Upon successful completion of the above process, candidates will be responsible for completing the following steps in the process with the APA*:
Create your APA Registration Profile and upload required documentation:
Current resumé
Transcripts, including Grade 12 or equivalent and any post-secondary
Certificate for Standard First Aid, AED and CPR Level “C”
Completed APA Medical Assessment Form
Completed Visual Examination Form
Completed Immunization Form
Copy of valid Driver’s License
Recent Driver’s Abstract
2 Letters of reference (non-family/friends)
Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Two identifying documents, one of which must be a birth certificateCredit Check - EquifaxAPA Background Consent Form
*Note: APA application fee will be waived for candidates.
Graduates of the Atlantic Police Academy Police Science (Cadet) Program– Fredericton, New Brunswick campus will be given an offer of employment with the Fredericton Police Force.
Frequently asked questions
The Fredericton Police Force (FPF), in collaboration with the City of Fredericton (COF) and the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), will offer an APA satellite class anticipated to launch in Fredericton early 2025.
The program will see 12 cadets enrol and be trained in Fredericton, NB. Upon successful completion of the course, cadets will be hired with the Fredericton Police Force, complete a one-year probationary period, in good standing and commit to a minimum of 2 years of service with the Fredericton Police Force.
The program will primarily be delivered in Fredericton, NB and jointly hosted by the Fredericton Police Force and the Atlantic Police Academy.
The purpose of this innovative initiative is twofold: first, it aims to effectively tackle the existing and projected staff shortages within the Fredericton Police Force. Secondly, it seeks to broaden access and create opportunities for individuals who may not be able to pursue full-time out-of-province studies.
Given the recruitment challenges faced by national and municipal police forces across the region and country, a creative and forward-looking approach was necessary to address this issue. As a result, this initiative will enable the onboarding of 12 new officers upon their successful completion of the course.
Eligible participants will have access to financing through payroll deduction. This financial support aims to ease the burden of program costs. Upon successful completion of the program and the On-the-Job Training (OJT) component, cadets will be hired by the FPF, and repayment will take place over a negotiated term. Cadets will be paid during the 12-week OJT period to help ease the burden of the program cost.
Cost Considerations:
Since the program is hosted in Fredericton, there will be no residence or lodging cost factored into the tuition costs. This arrangement significantly reduces the overall program costs for cadets.
In summary, this initiative not only provides financial support but also offers a pathway to meaningful employment within the Fredericton Police Force, increasing affordability.
The entrance requirements are available online, but follow the same guidelines as the APA in Summerside.
The program is planned to begin in February 2025, with possible online courses in January 2025.
Applications will be accepted beginning May 13, 2024. The deadline to apply is June 14, 2024.
The program will run for 32 weeks (about 7 and a half months) and will include 12 weeks of compensated On-the-Job-Training with the FPF.
Upon acceptance into the program, cadets will be given a conditional letter of employment.
Once the candidates have successfully completed the program, including OJT, cadets will be hired with the Fredericton Police Force as constables. They will then complete a one-year probationary period, in good standing and commit to a minimum of 2 years of service with the Fredericton Police Force.
Yes, it is. Graduates of the Program will receive a Police Science diploma from the Atlantic Police Academy, Holland College.
The content and instructional components of the Program will closely mirror that of the class offered in Summerside, PEI except on-site residence. The benefit of offering the program in Fredericton is that students can go home at night.
This initiative will accept one class in 2025.
The class will have 12 available seats.
The FPF is recruiting people who reflect and appreciate diversity in all its forms: race, age, ethnicity, beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, social class, experiences, etc. The City of Fredericton and the FPF encourage applications from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and experiences. Applicants will be selected based on APA admission requirements.
Successful candidates will be given a conditional offer of employment with the Fredericton Police Force. They will be required to:
Attend the Atlantic Police Academy – Fredericton and pass the Police Science Cadet Program in good standing. This includes an On-the-Job training period with the FPF.
Complete a one-year probationary period, in good standing.
Commit to at least 2 years of service with the Fredericton Police Force.
The instruction for cadets will be a joint effort between FPF and APA.
There will be specific blocks where cadets will be required to travel to the APA in Summerside; however, most of the program will be delivered in Fredericton, with APA instructors attending our satellite campus. The FPF will cover the cost for cadets to travel to the APA for those modules of the program that require instruction in PEI.
The program is open to all applicants who meet the APA’s admission requirements, however, the FPF is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve in Fredericton. In this regard, the FPF is recruiting people who reflect and appreciate diversity in all its forms: race, age, ethnicity, beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, social class, experiences, etc. The City of Fredericton and the FPF encourage applications from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and experiences,.
This course will be demanding, and full-time study is required. Financial assistance is available to help offset costs.
We do not offer childcare services for accepted applicants.
