Gov’t Launches New Revised Police Training Curriculum
Dr. Raymond Omollo, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, has launched a full review of the police curriculum in order to generate well-rounded officers capable of dealing with contemporary crimes.
Dr Omollo stressed the importance of updating the curriculum to reflect the changing nature of crime in an interview with Spice FM on Wednesday.
The redesigned curriculum will cover not only terms of service and remuneration, but also capacity building, mental health, and using technology to combat cybercrime.
“We are reviewing the police curriculum to ensure it is holistic and equips officers with the skills needed to handle new forms of crime,” Omollo stated.
“Training at Kiganjo is intense, and we are incorporating these interventions to create complete police officers,” the PS continued.
Raymond Omollo, Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Interior and National Administration: We are reviewing the curriculum for the police. #TheSituationRoom pic.twitter.com/o0FsLxPwKw
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The government is stressing the use of technology to provide cops with essential capabilities.
This is intended to address crimes such as cyberbullying, content-related offenses, and the exposing of children to cyber vices and pornography.
PS Omollo emphasized the need to adapt to technological changes, stating that it is unfeasible to have a police officer on every corner.
He emphasized the importance of providing officers with digital forensics training in order to combat changing crimes.
Furthermore, the government will incorporate mental health support into ongoing police reforms, recognizing the psychological impact of law enforcement activity.
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Authorities also intend to address cops’ mental health following a spate of sad instances involving psychological strain.
“You have seen cases where police officers turn their guns on colleagues or even themselves,” the PS stated.
“This is largely due to the work pressure and the environment they operate in. We have now incorporated mental health support as part of the ongoing reforms.”
By implementing these changes, the government hopes to improve the police force’s efficacy in combating modern criminal activity and guaranteeing public safety.
Gov’t Launches New Revised Police Training Curriculum
