Blackstone’s Handbook for Policing Students 2015

Covers the learning requirements of the Certificate in Knowledge of Policing and the broader Diploma in Policing, as well as the Initial Police Learning and Development Programme (IPLDP)
•Divided into six parts, representing key stages in your progression from pre-join programmes (where appropriate), to initial training and then confirmation
•Deals with key policing areas, such as stop, search and entry; attending crime scenes, public order and anti-social behaviour; sexual offences; and interviewing
•Leads you through topics, covering theory, discussion, and practice while developing skills of analysis, problem solving, and forms of reasoning
•Ensures you have the knowledge and understanding necessary to undertake independent patrol in a professional and competent manner. Blackstone's Handbook for Policing Students 2015 reflects the multitude of avenues into the police force now open to future police officers, from pre-join courses to PCSOs and Specials. Designed specifically to meet the new requirements of police training and developed from the best-selling Blackstone's Student Police Officer Handbook, this book is a must-have for those embarking on a career in the police.
Blackstone's Handbook for Policing Students 2015 is essential reading whether you are taking the Certificate in Knowledge of Policing, the Diploma in Policing, a policing degree, or are looking to move on from a PCSO or Special Constable role. Readership: Student officers; pre-join students taking the Certificate in Knowledge of Policing, the Diploma in Policing, or a policing degree; PCSOs, Specials, and police trainers. Will also appeal to foundation degree and honours degree police studies students and lecturers.