What does a Police Officer do?

You maintain public safety and order in your community.

What education does Police Officer require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (24 months)

How much does a Police Officer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 65'000, mid ~CHF CHF 85'000 per year (approximate).

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Police Officer

Law & Security

Police officers maintain public safety and order. They carry out patrols, take reports, and investigate criminal offences. The range of duties includes traffic control, crime prevention, and citizen assistance in various situations.

Entry

~CHF 65'000

CHF 5'417/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 85'000

CHF 7'083/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 110'000

CHF 9'167/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration24 months

Your path to Police Officer

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 65'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual6/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact9/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth7/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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