Bernard J. Durkan
Question:364 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the degree to which ultra-modern training techniques are available to the Garda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15494/99]
Vol. 506 No. 2
364 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the degree to which ultra-modern training techniques are available to the Garda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15494/99]
The training provided by the Garda Síochána at the Garda Training College, on the job and at in-service training schools is of a high standard. Indeed, the Garda College has an international reputation in police training and the facilities at Templemore are regarded as being of excellent quality.
The duration and structure of the training programme for recruits, two years, and its content reflect the high investment in student-probationer training and the commitment of the Garda authorities to ensuring that recruits are fully equipped to meet the demands that will be placed upon them as members of the force. Successful students are awarded a diploma in policing studies and the course content is accredited by the National Council for Educational Awards.