Training at the Academy
Successful applicants will undertake eight weeks of training at the WA Police Academy, followed by a further four weeks on the job training at the Perth Watch House.
Training at the Academy
When you enter the WA Police Academy, you’ll be placed into a squad to start 8-weeks of training at the WA Police Academy. From here on in, you'll have plenty of mentors to guide you and peers to support you through your Custody Support journey.
In your time training to become a Custody Support Officer, you will learn all the skills necessary for the safe, secure and lawful management of persons in custody, ensuring detainee welfare.
Training at the WA Police Academy is a full-time commitment. Those who are successful in their application should be available five-days a week, from Monday to Friday.
Course Structure
The Custody Support Officer course is comprised of both theory and practice. The WA Police Academy has partnered with the North Metropolitan TAFE and Edith Cowan University (ECU) to develop academic courses that enhance the qualifications you will obtain through the program.
This learning is put into practice through scenarios, simulations and tactics training.
Operational, Safety & Tactics Training
Legal Studies
Scenario Training
Finding the Academy
The WA Police Academy is located 30km from Perth CBD in the northern suburb of Joondalup. Limited parking is available on site and in the surrounding areas.
It's a 15-minute walk or a short bus ride from the Joondalup Train Station. To find the best route to the WA Police Academy via public transport, use the Transperth Journey Planner.
Regional Custody Support Officers
Custody Support Officers from Regional locations will be required to travel to Perth for the duration of the training. Regional Custody Support Officers will be provided with accommodation throughout the training period.
Regional positions are offered on a 12-month contact basis, and applicants may be required to travel to other locations as a key component of their duties. Housing is not provided.
