CPD events for police officers and staff working at chief inspector level and above.
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Senior police staff network
The Senior Police Staff Network (SPSN) supports and highlights the work that staff across all policing organisations do to help achieve the best for policing. The network and these events are aimed at police staff at stage 3 of the Leadership standards (currently in middle management positions or higher) who are aspiring to stage 4, and those currently at stage 4 or 5.
The network holds quarterly events, virtually and in person. The events provide opportunities to network and learn from experienced senior police staff guest speakers, to support you in your CPD and help maximise your future career options.
Contact hub@college.police.uk to sign up for email updates about how to register for upcoming network events and secondment opportunities.
Network events
More information coming soon.
Superintendent CPD events
These are virtual events held on Microsoft Teams. They are open to:
- substantive superintendents, and police staff working at stage four of the leadership standards
- officers and staff acting up to level four
- alumni of the senior leadership development programme (SLDP), Aspire leadership development programme, high potential development programme (HPDS) and direct entry programme
- those who have attended either a career pathway workshop or the senior leaders development centre (these ceased in 2021)
Wednesday 21 January 2026, 10am to 11:30am
Strategic leadership in policing: from operational demand to long-term impact
Join us for an insightful session with leading PwC colleagues to explore some of the challenges facing senior leaders in policing today, from shifting focus beyond immediate operational demands to developing long-term strategic vision.
We will examine the skills needed to align resources, policy, culture, and community impact, and address gaps in financial acumen that can hinder effective decision-making at chief officer level. The discussion will also cover strategies for influencing stakeholders and partners beyond direct lines of control, strengthening cross-organisational collaboration and the delivery of wider policing initiatives.
Tuesday 10 February 2026, 11am to 12:30pm
PDR and wellbeing – leading through people centred conversations
This webinar brings senior and executive leaders together to explore how Professional Development Reviews (PDR) and wellbeing are interconnected and essential for effective leadership. Gain practical insights into policing’s new PDR guidance, understand its role in supporting people, organisational effectiveness and learn strategies to make meaningful conversations not just for progression, but for health, resilience, and development at every stage of a career.
This webinar covers:
- the new PDR guidance and its impact on leadership and wellbeing
- how regular, two-way conversations improve performance and support personal growth
- how to make PDRs engaging and effective
- how PDR aligns with the National Talent Development Strategy
Tuesday 10 March 2026, 11am to 12:30pm
Senior leaders finance: navigating governance and sustainability
This CPD session has been designed specifically for senior police leaders, introducing the financial knowledge and strategic insight essential for effective leadership in today’s complex policing environment.
This session will explore:
- core financial principles every senior leader should understand to lead with confidence and credibility
- governance, unpacking the critical relationship between the chief constable and chief finance officer, and how this intersects with mayors and the office for police and crime commissioners
- organisational and financial sustainability, navigating long-term planning, risk, and resource stewardship in a climate of fiscal constraint and evolving public expectations
Tuesday 28 April 2026, 11am to 12:30pm
Policing from above: how NPAS delivers strategic value and future capability
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) provides a unique national capability that enhances public safety, supports crime reduction, and manages critical incidents across England and Wales. This session gives senior leaders a strategic view of how NPAS operates, including the principles behind tasking, resource allocation, and the role of specialist crews in delivering real-time intelligence from the air. We will examine NPAS’s operational impact through real-world success stories through:
- demonstrating how aerial support transforms outcomes in pursuits
- missing person searches, and major incidents
- NPAS's insights with a fleet of rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, mission equipment, and the pivotal role of Tactical Flight Officers (TFOs) in decision-making and intelligence delivery
- NPAS’s innovation roadmap covering beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, sustainability initiatives, and technology integration alongside plans for fleet replacement and blended capability
By focusing on strategic resource management, operational effectiveness, and future planning, this session equips leaders to make informed decisions about air support in policing.
Chief officer CPD events
These are virtual events held on Microsoft Teams. They are open to:
- substantive chief officers, and police staff working at an equivalent level
- officers and staff acting up to chief officer level
- strategic command course (SCC) and executive leaders programme alumni awaiting their first chief officer role
- participants on an executive leaders programme currently underway
Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10am to 3pm
CPD event with PwC – strategic leadership in a changing world
Location: PwC, 7 More London Place, SE1 2RT
This exclusive chief officer CPD in-person event is hosted in partnership with PwC at their London office.
In this session, you’ll engage with senior leaders and industry experts to explore:
- strategic leadership in a volatile, uncertain environment
- the five dimensions of leadership essential for navigating complexity
- the global megatrends reshaping the public and private sectors
Designed specifically for chief officers, this session goes beyond theory and provides practical insight, peer exchange, and future-focused strategy.
Places are strictly limited (30 attendees, with spaces allocated on a first-come, first-served basis) so secure your place early to avoid missing out on this unique professional development opportunity.
Tuesday 10 February 2026, 3pm to 4:30pm
PDR and wellbeing – leading through people centred conversations
This webinar brings senior and executive leaders together to explore how Professional Development Reviews (PDR) and wellbeing are interconnected and essential for effective leadership. Gain practical insights into policing’s new PDR guidance, understand its role in supporting people, organisational effectiveness and learn strategies to make meaningful conversations not just for progression, but for health, resilience, and development at every stage of a career.
This webinar covers:
- the new PDR guidance and its impact on leadership and wellbeing
- how regular, two-way conversations improve performance and support personal growth
- how to make PDRs engaging and effective
- how PDR aligns with the National Talent Development Strategy
Tuesday 10 March 2026, 3pm to 4:30pm
Senior leaders finance: navigating governance and sustainability
This CPD session has been designed specifically for senior police leaders, introducing the financial knowledge and strategic insight essential for effective leadership in today’s complex policing environment.
This session will explore:
- core financial principles every chief officer should understand to lead with confidence and credibility
- governance, unpacking the critical relationship between the chief constable and chief finance officer, and how this intersects with mayors and the office for police and crime commissioners
- organisational and financial sustainability, navigating long-term planning, risk, and resource stewardship in a climate of fiscal constraint and evolving public expectations
Tuesday 28 April 2026, 3pm to 4:30pm
Policing from above: how NPAS delivers strategic value and future capability
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) provides a unique national capability that enhances public safety, supports crime reduction, and manages critical incidents across England and Wales. This session gives senior leaders a strategic view of how NPAS operates, including the principles behind tasking, resource allocation, and the role of specialist crews in delivering real-time intelligence from the air. We will examine NPAS’s operational impact through real-world success stories through:
- demonstrating how aerial support transforms outcomes in pursuits
- missing person searches, and major incidents
- NPAS's insights with a fleet of rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, mission equipment, and the pivotal role of Tactical Flight Officers (TFOs) in decision-making and intelligence delivery
- NPAS’s innovation roadmap covering beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, sustainability initiatives, and technology integration alongside plans for fleet replacement and blended capability
By focusing on strategic resource management, operational effectiveness, and future planning, this session equips leaders to make informed decisions about air support in policing.
SIRO Hydra exercise
Our intensive one-day Hydra-facilitated exercise is designed for current and aspiring senior information risk owners (SIROs), providing invaluable experience in handling real-world information security challenges.
Through immersive, scenario-based learning, participants will navigate a simulated information breach, making critical decisions and justifying their reasoning under pressure.
This exercise enhances risk management skills and offers practical strategies for mitigating information security risks.
The session also delves into the role and responsibilities of a SIRO, emphasizing the importance of strong information governance, and highlighting key resources and support networks. Based on a real incident, the scenario underscores the real-world demands that SIROs may face at any time.
Entry requirements
These events are tailored for individuals currently serving as SIROs (or likely to step into the role), specifically at the level of deputy chief constable, assistant chief constable, or equivalent.
Future dates
The next exercise will run on Tuesday 24 March 2026 at our Ryton-on-Dunsmore site.
For any questions or to book your place, please email deliveryadmin@college.police.uk.