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<p>The College of Policing was established in 2012 as the professional body for everyone
working in policing in England and Wales. Its purpose is to provide police officers
and staff with the skills and knowledge necessary to prevent crime, protect the public
and secure public trust.</p><p>The College has three complementary functions: building
a knowledge base, setting standards and education. The consistency of this national
approach will contribute to the professionalism of the police service and put policing
in line with other professions with regard to its formal education standards.</p>
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