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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Over 150 recruits participated in an external training event today.

The new officers were involved in a day of sporting event activities at Indodrill Stadium in Alloa.

Recruits were tested on legislation, operational safety training and first aid skills.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

It's not long until Course 02/26 complete their initial training.

The officers, have who have undergone their training at both Tulliallan and Jackton, will pass out of the Scottish Police College in two weeks, joined by friends and family. 👮🏻

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Course 02/26 completed a day of systematic searching with the assistance of specialist Licensed Search Officers (LSOs) and Police Search Advisors (PolSAs).

The new police officers were involved in the search of buildings, vehicles, and open areas.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

A police officer who is cycling over 700 miles for charity, was congratulated by ACC Wendy Middleton at Police Scotland Headquarters, Tulliallan this afternoon.

PC Bell is raising awareness for Blue Light Minds.

Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/nE5oNXpfbC

[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Officers undertake a range of practical based training during their initial course, including:

➡️ Operational safety and first aid
➡️ Sporting events and protests
➡️ Systematic search of venues, vehicles and persons
➡️ Roads policing and driver training

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

This morning, 184 @PoliceScotland and 12 @BTP recruits, Course 03/26, arrived at the Scottish Police College grounds of Tulliallan to begin their initial training course.

Congratulations to all of our new police officers for starting #AJobLikeNoOther. 👮🏻‍♂️

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Course 02/26 have so far had regular physical training during their time at the Scottish Police College.

Maintaining a good level of physical fitness is vital in the role of a police officer.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Following the completion of their initial training, recruits celebrate their achievements at a pass out parade, at Police Scotland Headquarters, Tulliallan.

The new officers are joined by the Police Scotland Federation Pipe Band and the mounted unit. 🐴

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Another intake of new recruits completed their initial training course last week.

Over 170 officers will now deploy to communities across Scotland, following two weeks of local training.

Police Scotland is recruiting now. ➡️ https://t.co/MqLVgHo0Me

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

New recruits receive a structured fitness plan during their initial training course.

Officers from Course 02/26 at Jackton were out for an endurance circuit yesterday. 🏃🏽

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

At Friday's pass out parade, Inspector Becky Lidster, Head of Initial Probationer Training at Tulliallan, presented Paul from @CahonasScotland with a cheque for over £13,000, following Course 01/26's fundraising efforts.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Course 01/26 participated in the planning and execution of drug search warrants.

This gave the new police officers practical experience in relation to operational briefings, use of mobile devices, and evidence recording.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

A training exercise involving over 200 police officers and staff took place today in Alloa.

The sporting event scenarios involved educating new recruits on the procedures involved with managing large groups, use of legislation and dealing with offences. 🏟

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Course 01/26 completed a day of systematic searching with the assistance of specialist Licensed Search Officers (LSOs) and Police Search Advisors (PolSAs).

The new police officers were involved in the search of buildings and vehicles.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Officers continue to deploy from all areas of Scotland to assist the delivery of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 🚔

#Glasgow2026

[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Keen to feel the cool embrace of Scottish water amidst the warm weather?

Then remember, warm air does not mean warm water.

Refresh yourself on how to stay safe in cold waters by learning Scotland’s Water Safety Code:

https://t.co/LPp7NyhKym

#DrowningPrevention

[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Congratulations to the officers from Course 06/25, who have now completed their initial training and celebrated their achievements today at a pass out parade, joined by friends and family. 👮🏻

The 71 officers will now deploy to communities across Scotland.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Course 06/25 completed a day of systematic searching with the assistance of specialist Licensed Search Officers (LSOs) and Police Search Advisors (PolSAs).

The new police officers were involved in the search of buildings, vehicles, and open areas.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Last week, Course 06/25 participated in various public order exercises.

From large scale sporting events to public demonstrations, police officers must be prepared to manage crowds safely, fairly, and lawfully.

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[Police Scotland College @PSOSCollege]

Special Constable's attended an event at Tulliallan today, focussed on Systematic Search.

The officers were trained in premises/venue and vehicle searching. 🚙

The day was concluded with the execution of a search warrant, focussed on evidence recovery and recording of evidence.