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On Monday 2 September, fifteen (15) recruits started their journey with the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service to become police officers in the Cayman Islands.

The men and women all took their oath as police officers and will undergo various aspects of training covering laws, policies and procedures. The recruitment programme last approximately 22 weeks and comprises of academic learning, physical fitness and ceremonial drill to transition them from civilians to police officers.

Speaking to the newly sworn officers Commissioner Walton stated; “I hope that you all do well and my wish is to see all 15 of you on graduation day. It will not be easy, and you will find out quite early that there are lifestyle changes you will have to make as police officers. However, it is well worth the sacrifice. Becoming a Police Officer can be one of the most rewarding occupations you will ever encounter; no two days are the same and you get to give back to your community”.

Throughout the 22 weeks their skills and knowledge will be tested weekly with a final exam at the end of the course. The RCIPS congratulates the 15 new recruits on making it this far and wish them all the best with their upcoming training sessions and assessments.