Training
After appointment the officer is invited to attend an Induction day at Force Headquarters
Induction
Held on a Saturday or a Sunday at Police Headquarters. An introduction is given to the role of a Special Constable.
Basic Training
The Special Constables Basic Training Programme is a modular training schedule designed to prepare you for your role as a Special Constable. At present there are two models of training:
Model 1:
20 classroom-based sessions at Force HQ, one per week lasting approximately 2 hours spread over 4/5 months. This covers:
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You will also have to attend two full week ends to be taught personal safety techniques. You will receive instruction on self-defence and the use of CS spray, ASP baton and Quick Cuffs.
Model 2:
Four Saturdays or four Sundays where you cover the same programme as above.
After Basic Training
If you are successful at the basic training, you will be issued with a uniform, and attend and attestation ceremony where you will be sworn in by a Magistrate enabling you to commence duties as a Special Constable. After Basic Training, you will receive monthly area training sessions that are at present held on a Tuesday night.
Further Information
John Bianchi,
Special Constables Training and Development Officer,
Aykley Heads,
DURHAM,
DH1 5TT.
Telephone number : 0345 6060365 extension 6612696.
j.bianchi@durham.pnn.police.uk
