Why be a NTPFES Cadet?
The NT Police, Fire and Emergency Services (NTPFES) Cadet program is a two-year program for students commencing year 11.
Darwin and Alice Springs applications for 2022 are now open and will close on 8 October 2021 – click below to download an application form!
As a NTPFES Cadet, you will participate in fun and educational activities such as:
Darwin
- POL21115 - Certificate II in Community Engagement (RTO No. 0384)
one day a week at the NTPFES College, each school term - BSB30115 - Certificate III in Business
- Charles Darwin University (RTO No. 0373)
one day a week at the Darwin Waterfront Campus, each school term. - An outdoor adventure and leadership camp
- A visit to an Indigenous community to learn about cultural and community engagement
- Volunteering in local community organisations such as St Vincent's, Territory Wildlife Park and Crocodylus Park.
- Several work placements including within the NTPFES
- As well as several weeks specific to learning the tricks of the trade with Fire and Emergency Services, which includes completing units toward becoming a NT Emergency Services Volunteer
Alice Springs
- POL21115 - Certificate II in Community Engagement (RTO No. 0384) one day a week, each school term
- BSB30115 - Certificate III in Business
- Charles Darwin University (RTO No. 0373)
one day a week at the Alice Springs Campus, each school term - An outdoor adventure and leadership camp
- A visit to an Indigenous community to learn about cultural and community engagement
- Volunteering with local community organisations
- Several work placements including within the NTPFES
- Several weeks dedicated to learning the tricks of the trade with Fire and Emergency Services, which includes completing units toward becoming a NT Emergency Services Volunteer, abseiling, shore‑based rescue and land search exercises