Week 4: Scenarios play a big part in training
Scenario-based training
Scenarios are a large part of the training at Depot. To prepare for the field, cadets practise a wide variety of scenarios. There are many scenarios in Depot's script bank, with new scenarios added regularly to stay relevant.
Civilian actors play suspects, victims and witnesses, making the scenarios more realistic.
First patrol drive in Regina
In week 4, cadets go on their first practice patrol around the city of Regina and away from the RCMP Academy.
Cadets practise driving safely while engaging in police duties. These can include the use of radio communications, as well as navigation and observation skills.
Highlights
Depot spotlight: Buffalo Detachment
Scenarios are not complete without a mock detachment. Buffalo Detachment operates like a real police station, complete with real dispatchers.
Detachment staff help cadets learn radio procedures, sequences, 10-codes and the phonetic alphabet. They also act as radio dispatchers, sending information relevant to the case.
This creates a realistic experience of how information is relayed in the field.
Posting spotlight: Elk Point Detachment, Alberta
Elk Point is a town located in east central Alberta on the North Saskatchewan River. Surrounded by lakes and forests, the small detachment serves 4,000 people in the southeast section of St. Paul County.
Recently, an elder at the nearby Frog Lake First Nation approached Elk Point Detachment to grow their relationship. The team from Elk Point now attends ceremonies with Frog Lake and continues to work towards reconciliation with local teachings.
I thought I was coming here to help them, but in reality, they are the ones helping me. I am so grateful for the relationship and experience we have with the people.
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