What are the promotional opportunities in WAPOL?
The promotional process consists of automatic promotion to First Class Constable after five years if all studies and assessments for that rank have been completed, then promotion to Senior Constable after a further four years if studies and assessments to that rank have been completed. After promotion to First Class Constable, officers may apply for promotion to rank of Sergeant. Senior Constables may apply to promote to Senior Sergeant. Promotion for the ranks of Sergeant and above is based on a merit system.