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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.
Systematic Search training at the Scottish Police College.

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Systematic Search training at the Scottish Police College.

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Systematic Search training at the Scottish Police College.

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Last night, around 100 new police officers attended an input on Testicular Cancer awareness, delivered by @CahonasScotland. Cahonas are a Scottish charity, committed to raising awareness of signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. Thank you to Paul for the informative session.
Testicular Cancer awareness input

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Testicular Cancer awareness input

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Course 06/25 completed a 5k charity run this week. 🏃 The recruits have chosen @MaggiesCentres as their course charity. Maggies offers free support to anyone with cancer and their families. Find out more ➡️ orlo.uk/hUd83 #LifeOfAProbationer
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An extension to the outdoor fitness rig at Tulliallan has now been completed. Maintaining a good level of physical fitness is important for police officers and this investment affords additional space to train. #PoliceCollege
Fitness centre at Tulliallan.

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Fitness centre at Tulliallan.

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Today, Probationer Training say farewell to PC Gary Adair, who leaves his role as an Instructor after four years. PC Adair has seen thousands of new recruits through their initial training course over his time in the department. We wish him all the best in his new role. 👮🏼
Police officer at the Scottish Police College.

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It has been a day of public order focussed exercises today for Course 06/25. From large scale sporting events to public demonstrations, officers must be prepared to manage crowds safely, fairly, and lawfully. #LifeOfAProbationer
Public Order exercises at the SPC.

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Public Order exercises at the SPC.

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Public Order exercises at the SPC.

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Nothing says Spring quite like the parade square blossom tree. 🌸
A blossom tree next to the parade square at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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This week, Course 05/25 participated in a sprint and agility session. The new police officers are enjoying regular physical education sessions as part of the initial training course. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers running on the playing fields at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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Police officers running on the playing fields at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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Course 06/25 at Jackton continued with the Operational Safety Training (OST) initial programme. The new police officers were introduced to safety considerations and tactical positioning principles in relation to vehicles. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers carrying out Operational Safety Training (OST) at the Scottish Police College, Jackton.

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It was a very busy and productive drill lesson for Course 06/25 today. The new police officers were introduced to turning, marching, halting, and dressings. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers standing on the parade square during a drill lesson.

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This week, Course 06/25 at Jackton had an active fitness class as part of the regular physical education sessions embedded within the initial training course. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers jumping within the gym hall at the Scottish Police College, Jackton.

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The sun appeared during the third formal inspection for Course 05/25. ☀️ The new police officers are expected to maintain high standards of uniform and appearance to foster discipline and professionalism. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers standing on the parade square at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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Systematic search is a key part of initial training. New officers learn to search persons, vehicles and venues, including indoor and outdoor property. On completion of this, probationers practice executing warrants and seizing productions. 👮 #LifeOfAProbationer
Search at the Scottish Police College

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On Monday, Course 06/25 at Jackton commenced their Operational Safety Training (OST) initial programme. The new police officers were introduced to compliant handcuffing techniques. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers carrying out Operational Safety Training (OST) at the Scottish Police College, Jackton.

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With all aspects of drill having been taught to Course 05/25, it is now a case of practise and refinement in preparation for their Passing Out Parade in May. #LifeOfAProbationer
Police officers marching on the parade square during a drill lesson.

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Do you have the skills to be a police officer in what is #AJobLikeNoOther? 👮🏻 Find out more by attending our police officer recruitment virtual event: 📆 Wednesday 8th April 2026 ⏰ 18:30 - 20:00 📍 Microsoft Teams Register here ➡️ orlo.uk/3OpXf
A graphic containing three photographs of a police officer. The title reads: Police officer recruitment drop in event. A Police Scotland logo is situated at the bottom left corner of the graphic.

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We wish students from Course 05/25 all the best as they sit their final course exam this morning. #LifeOfAProbationer
Probationer Training Division (PTD) within the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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Last week, Course 06/25 took part in their first drill session. The new police officers were introduced to the commands of attention. As well as a striking display during their Passing Out Parade, drill encourages communication, teamwork, and discipline. #LifeOfAProbationer
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Road policing has been at the forefront of learning for Course 05/25 this week. The new police officers participated in a practical exercise focussing on considerations at the scenes of road traffic collisions. 🚔 #LifeOfAProbationer
A POLICE SLOW sign on the skid pan.

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A marked police vehicle being driven on the skid pan.

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A frosty start to yesterday morning at Tulliallan. ☀️
The grounds of the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan.

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