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<p>Training on mental-ill health is integrated throughout the initial police learning
programme which all new recruits must complete. The College of Policing sets the standards
for training and professional development for police forces in England and Wales.</p><p>The
College refreshed its Authorised Professional Practice and accompanying training modules
on mental health in 2016. It is the responsibility of Chief Constables and Police
and Crime Commissioners, to ensure officers and police staff receive appropri-ate
training and that they have regard to the Authorised Professional Practice when discharging
their responsibilities.</p><p>Several police forces have, in addition, developed their
own mental health training modules in conjunction with local mental health partners</p><p>
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