The county’s first-ever cohort of officers who will become detectives upon completion of a new training programme have begun their careers at Cumbria Constabulary. 16 officers started the Detective Pathway Programme on April 12 and were sworn in at an attestation ceremony on April 19. They will undertake an intensive two-year training programme which will see them work towards a diploma in Professional Policing Practice whilst serving communities as operational police officers. The second year of their training will see the officers attached to the Constabulary’s Crime Command and complete a comprehensive detective training package. Chief Superintendent Lisa Hogan, head of people at Cumbria Constabulary, said:“Traditionally, the conventional way to become a detective was to join the force as a police constable, but as crime changes, so does our recruitment process. The Detective Pathway Programme will see these officers undertake rigorous training to join our tale
Cumbria welcomes new breed of detectives
Cumbria welcomes first cohort of officers in new detective programme
The countyâs first-ever cohort of officers who will become detectives after completing a new programme of training have begun their careers.
The cohort of 16 officers started their training programme on April 12 and were sworn in at their attestation ceremony held on Friday.
The officers will undertake an intensive two-year training programme which will see them work towards a diploma in Professional Policing Practice whilst serving communities as operational police officers.
The second year of their training will see the officers attached to Cumbria Constabularyâs Crime Command and complete a comprehensive detective training package.
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Ever fancied becoming a police officer? Now might be your chance.
Cleveland Police has opened up its degree apprenticeship programme for anyone wanting to train to become a police constable in the force.
Alongside fellow recruit Nandi Luthuli and under the guidance of PC Nick Funnell chased down a shoplifting suspect in Hailsham. Hannah said: “It gave me a confidence boost, and I was pleased to get my first one under my belt. It s been a steep learning curve but I am enjoying it. “I spoke publicly about my brother’s suicide in the media to raise awareness and help create positive change. “It was this desire to make a difference and be there for others at their time of greatest need that motivated me to join the police. PC Hannah Richards is on the Sussex Police fast track detective training scheme