The Accelerated Careers Development Programme (ACDP) comprises a phased developmental structure aimed at preparing and equipping police officers for senior posts within the Scottish police service.

The Programme is aligned to the Senior Careers Development Service which provides development support for lateral and vertical career aspirations and is available to superintending ranks (and police staff in an equivalent role and above)
 
The Programme offers accelerated career challenges and personal growth opportunities which seek to optimise leadership and management potential. It is both highly demanding and highly rewarding.

Those seeking to join the service via this pathway must meet the standard police entrance criteria and successfully complete all standard selection requirements.

Further details on applying to join the Scottish police service may be obtained via www.scottish.police.uk or by contacting the recruitment branch of the police force you are interested in joining.

The Programme is also open to qualified Constables, Sergeants and Inspectors across the 8 Scottish police forces and British Transport Police.