A total of 89 new ranks successfully completed eight months of rigorous training to join the Guyana Police Force.
The new recruits graduated on Wednesday from the Police Academies in Berbice and Essequibo.
As part of their training, the ranks also did Spanish as the Force enhances its proficiency in foreign languages.
The ranks were required to complete several modules and competencies, achieving a minimum pass mark of 70%. The training covered the following areas; Introduction to Policing; Basic Contemporary Policing; modern-day best practices, an in-depth examination of the Police Standing Orders, Police Act Chapter 16:01, and the Police Disciplinary Act Chapter 17:01.
Additionally, the ranks were exposed to firsthand experience of court proceedings at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court and also witnessed several autopsies at the Georgetown Public Hospital Mortuary.
The ranks also participated in theoretical and practical aspects of traffic and crime.
Other courses included anger management, domestic violence, human rights, and communication among others.
Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken congratulated the ranks for their courage and overall achievement throughout their stint at the Academy.
The Commissioner stressed to the new ranks the need for professionalism and accountability. He charged the ranks to engage with the community and to be friendly.
He reiterated that community-oriented policing has proven to be effective in crime reduction.
“To make a difference, what you can do for us is: if somebody is wrong, tell them they are wrong.
“If someone is doing the right thing, embrace them,” the top cop said.
Additionally, 12 ranks were awarded for their outstanding performances.
The overall Best Student award went to Constable 26624 Tacoordeen who gained an overall pass mark of 97%.
