Bedfordshire Volunteer Police Cadets

Bedfordshire Police Cadets is for young people aged 13 to 18. The two-year programme starts in September with training being held in:

• Bedford and Luton on Tuesday and Thursday evenings
• Biggleswade on a Thursday evening

We recruit once a year in January via our website. 

Bedfordshire Police Cadets aim to:

• promote a practical understanding of police amongst young people
• support local policing through volunteering
• assist in community and crime prevention events
• inspire young people to participate positively in their communities

Duties the cadets take part in include:

• alcohol test purchasing
• crime prevention
• car parking and marshalling
• official ceremonies

 
Bedfordshire Police Cadets are following the National Volunteer Police Cadets framework.

 It covers five key areas: 

• presentation
• procedures
• communication
• law
• health and safety

Each of these sections has a number of sessions which are all informative, interactive and inclusive. The cadets also have the opportunity to:

• hear from guest speakers from different departments in the police service
• visit various different departments
• get involved in additional training and development
• attend national conferences
• take part in international volunteering

The programme helps young people to:

• develop their skills
• experience a variety of activities
• make new friends
• improve their self-esteem and confidence

After the two year programme there are opportunities to progress to the Senior Cadet Programme, assist as cadet instructors, or join the Special Constabulary.