<p>The Certificate in Knowledge of Policing is not a requirement for entry in to any force. It is one of a number of routes and is designed to increase access and inclusion and to build the profession of policing. The College of Policing is monitoring take up of the new qualification, including the demographic data of candidates. It is too early to give an informed response of its effect as the certificate is in its infancy and recruitment in forces outside Metropolitan Police Service is low.</p><p>No forces have established bursary schemes for students undertaking the Pre-Join programmes but a number are considering doing so.</p>