Dermot Ahern
Question:54 Mr. D. Ahern asked the Minister for Justice the plans, if any, she has to reform Garda training. [9726/96]
Written Answers. - Garda Training.
The Garda Training Centre, based in Templemore, provides for a continuum of education training from student Garda stage up to the development of officers at the highest level, and is divided into five schools as follows:
1. Student/Probationer;
2. In-Service;
3. Specialist;
4. Promotion;
5. Management.
On joining the force a student-probationer undergoes a two year comprehensive education-training programme. Continuing education-training and development is provided for at regular intervals as members progress within the force.
The training and development of all Garda personnel is subject to continuous evaluation and review. The design, structure and content of courses continue to evolve in the light of best practice in this field and the operational requirements of the force.