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The comparison between military accidental killing innocent civilians & civ po: Mp are responsible for enforcing laws & maintaining order w/in the military comm. They handle a wide range of situations, from traffic violations to crim investigations. MPs receive extensive training in de-escalation tech & handling various scenarios incl those involving "mh" crises or family disputes. Civ po work in local, state, or federal law enforcement agencies; their duties incl crime prevention, investigation, & maintaining public safety. Official statistics on civ po killings have been underreported for decades. Recent research suggests that the actual # of people killed by po in the U.S. is significantly higher than reported. Note: Police training is nothing compared to military extensive training - the differences in the two are, the military does more physical & hand to hand combat & less classroom academics [ess innocent children & civilian lives taken]. Opposed to the police academy, does more academic learning about policies, laws& protocals that clearly doen't help (Not All) in their learning process, of when to apply alternative techniques (if any) or how to eff apply certain tactic & tech involving diff situations- as - every situation "DOES NOT" req severe, unneccessary & deadly force. How police address situations "Should Never" be handled as "One Size Fit All" situation; every situation is different ***Important Training is needed for police nationwide. 1. How to approach a "Mental Illness" Persons (Bipolar, Paronia Schizophrenic, Manic Depressive )- Not Shoot /Kill Them! 2. How to approach a home involving Military Active Duty or Disabled Vets- Who WILL OFTEN ANSWER THEIR DOORS HOLDING A REGISTERD WEAPON - AS THEIR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO BARE ARM IN THEIR OWN HOME& ON THEIR PROPERTY & NOT SHOOT OR KILL THEM! 3. How to appropriately identify a "Child" pointing a "TOY" gun & Not Shoot/Kill Them! POLICE ACADEMY CURRICULUM: 1. Police strategy- (Classroom academics) 2. Weapons training- shooting (many never even shot b4) 3. Comm collaboration & aide (more classroom academics)4. Mental toughness- (This does not teach officers how to effectively communicate w/ mh indiv or even w/disabled Vets who may have PTSD- intead, it teaches them "only" how to deal w/stressful & hostile situation whether in the office or field environment) such as shown below-cut & pasted from the academy curriculum ["You’ll also learn to deal with hostility, understand risk assessment and practice with role-playing exercises"] (This seems more like classroom-academics***Seriously?**** https://lnkd.in/dBQDj5yR

One of the arguments put forward for the launch of new non-degree recruitment pathways in the UK is that the public want police officers on the streets rather than in classrooms; but research by former police officer Tom Andrews, now a University of Derby Policing Lecturer, suggests that the public are in favour of post-A Level qualifications for police officers – just don’t call them degrees. ❝By surveying over 500 people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including age, gender, ethnicity and educational attainment, I was able to get a broad spectrum of viewpoints on what level of education it is that the public do want for their police officers.❞ ❝When additionally asked ‘at what rank should an officer obtain a degree?’, while only 34% has said outright police needed a degree, just 13.7% of people stated that ‘a degree is not required at all’, with the overwhelming majority saying that PCs should obtain one.❞ ❝There was a clear drop-off in support for a degree-level education as the age of participants increased. In the 18-24 age group, 96.4% agreed police officers should obtain a post A-level qualification equivalent to a degree, with the lowest being the 55-64 age group at 80.9%.❞ ❝If senior officers can loudly and proudly proclaim that their officers are equipped with investigative policing-related degrees, these findings unequivocally suggest the public will feel significantly more reassured.❞ https://lnkd.in/dsbiQb8c For more opinion and analysis from other contributors on this contentious topic, have a look at 'The degree entry debate' series here: https://lnkd.in/eGMyFYK9 #lawenforcement #policing #police #traininganddevelopment #recruitment #degreeapprenticeships

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When I completed my degree in Policing Studies, much of it consisted of essay writing and unrealistic role plays that didn’t reflect the realities of frontline policing. The truth is, having a policing degree doesn’t make someone more effective than an officer who learns on the job. In today’s world, where technology is rapidly evolving, we need practical, real-world training more than ever. It’s time to rethink the value of policing degrees and focus instead on equipping probationers with the skills and knowledge that can be immediately applied in real-world scenarios. Let’s stop reinventing the wheel and instead get back to what works! https://lnkd.in/eVSUB2ZE

Despite extensive investment in #bias-training programs, #racial disparities persist in policing, with Black individuals #disproportionately targeted by #police. A study by Calvin K. Lai and Jaclyn A. Lisnek assessed the #effectiveness of a day-long implicit bias #training for police officers, finding that while it initially increased officers' knowledge and concern about bias, these effects waned over time, and their use of bias-mitigation #strategies declined. The researchers suggest that incorporating #diversity training into broader organizational initiatives, implementing booster sessions, and tailoring strategies to specific policing contexts could enhance effectiveness in addressing bias. Additionally, they highlight the need for targeted approaches to combat bias in daily #policing activities. https://lnkd.in/eaK6Kybc

I have seen quite a bit of debate on here (and elsewhere) about police promotion processes. Like initial police training there are continual efforts at improving the system, but there are also fashions in fads as there are in all professional activities. There is a separate industry in preparing officers for promotion. For many years Police Review Magazine ran regular articles on promotion exams. I recall that these were particularly helpful. Two or three separate articles would appear each week. One for Scotland, one for England and Wales and one for the Met. Looking at earlier promotion requirements I was shocked at how difficult the exams were. I thought learning about the offence of trespass in pursuit of conies (the only thing I recall from the sergeants' exam) was tough but in former times there were questions about law/powers (generally more complicated than now) and about 'general education' - especially English and Maths. The attached extract is from a mock exam in 1915 - helpfully it includes the answer! Of course passing the exam did not qualify individuals for promotion - that was a matter for a Board - although in some small forces (there were a couple of hundred at the time) the system was not without favouritism. #policehistory #policepromotion

My latest article examining the #PoliceEducation kerfuffle in the UK has been published today. "Education or Indoctrination? An exploration of the resistance towards making policing a degree-level profession" offers a critical commentary on the role of #ChiefConstables in determining support (or more comprehensively, rejection) of the #PEQF requirement for higer education for new #police #recruits. It concludes that operational pressures arising from chronic underfunding and understaffing, as well as their short-term tenure linked with the same from elected #PCC's, #PoliceChiefs focus on tangible 'here-and-now' benefits (boots on the ground); rather than future, more intangible benefits, that better educated and more well-rounded officers may bring. It also examines the impact Chief Constables can have on their entire force's #policeculture, and attitude towards enhanced training and education of new recruits, through the support they receive from peers and supervisors. #PCER #PCDA #DHEP College of Policing National Police Chiefs' Council

👮♂️ Back in the Classroom! 👮♀️ Last week, I had the pleasure of returning to Sussex Police, which always feels like going home. It was great to bump into former colleagues, including the ever-professional DCI Alex Campbell. Good to see you, Alex! I delivered a masterclass on inclusivity and diversity to a remarkable cohort of student detectives. We began with a historical context, examining the 1970s and early 1980s. We covered how miscarriages of justice and civil unrest during that period led to the evolution of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984. This included a discussion on some of the work by Linton Kwesi Johnson who documented intersting reflections of the era; about the 'sus laws' and policing at that time. Inclusivity and diversity are not just buzzwords; they enhance creativity, promote better decision-making, increase engagement, foster social responsibility, and improve overall performance. The class gave me permission to share some of their conclusions from a group exercise, which demonstrates their insightful thinking. Every member of this outstanding Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme (#DDHEP) class has already achieved a significant milestone by passing the National Investigators Exam in their first year of service. Quite an accomplishment! (For context, I passed mine after 17 years—not 17 attempts, by the way!) As a member of the Police Education Consortium, it's great to work alongside our police service partners to educate and develop the next generation of detectives and police officers, preparing them for the challenges of 21st-century policing. #Policing #Education #Inclusivity #Diversity #CommunityRelations #ProfessionalDevelopment University of Cumbria

https://lnkd.in/eidEdBMn The recent Professional Development seminar, led by Paul Matthews, highlights a fantastic opportunity for experienced police officers to have their skills and research formally recognised through accreditation. It’s great to see the value of police expertise being acknowledged in this way, and I encourage this to be circulated widely across the policing profession. However, it’s also a reminder of the missed potential—previous policies from the NPCC and government moved away from enabling a wider range of officers to reap the benefits of Higher Education. Modern policing is undeniably operating at a graduate level, and it’s vital that we continue to recognise this. Let’s ensure that the hard-earned knowledge of police professionals is properly accredited and appreciated.