Current Use
The centre is run by the Director and Co-ordinator of Training, who is responsible for overseeing the training received by new recruits. Hendon is currently one of the regional learning centres where new recruits can attend the Police Law and Community 16 day course, and where all new recruits undertake the 3 week CTC conversion course (as paid trainees). In addition, Special Constables complete their 23-day course (either as a weekdays intensive course or on 23 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays) at Hendon. The centre runs courses on many aspects of police work, from forensic and crime scene analysis, to radio operations and driving skills. Police officers can expect to return to the centre at various times during their career. Part of the centre is dedicated to the investigations of serious crimes, including homicide. It also has extensive sports facilities.
Training facilities include a mock court room, a road system and Brixley (formerly Kingsgate) police station, which is now used for training purposes only. The mock court room is also used by Transport for London for the training of Revenue Protection Inspectors.
The Metropolitan Police Book of Remembrance is displayed in the entrance of Simpson Hall at the centre. There is also a memorial garden.
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