On Thursday morning, an agreement was signed between the Malta Police Force, the University of Malta, and the Academy for Disciplined Forces through which the training given to members of the Force will now be accredited and recognised internationally.
The agreement maps out the educational progress within the Police Force from constable (MQF Level 4) to superintendent (MQF Level 7), as each rank will require a specialised level of education. The aim is to encourage more people to continue studying and rise through the ranks in the Police Force.
Minister for Home Affairs, National Security and Law Enforcement Byron Camilleri explained that this will lay the groundwork for the changes that are to be implemented over the next few years, as stipulated in the Force’s transformation strategy. It is therefore another step which seeks to build on the reforms that have already been implemented to modernise the Police Force. “Our goal is to make policing a career that one aspires to. Therefore, this agreement is part of our vision to make the Police Force an exciting career choice”, said the minister.
Police Commissioner Angelo Gafà said that the mission of the Police Force requires a professional and trusted corps, therefore through this agreement members of the Force will be trained more professionally. He said that this will lead to the Police Force being better equipped to face the challenges of the future.
University Rector Prof. Alfred J. Vella said this is a momentous agreement that will not only benefit the trainees, but also the entire society that these members will serve and protect with dedication, and promised the ministry and the Police Force full support in any future projects.
The agreement will also provide members of the force with access to the University’s facilities, namely the library, virtual learning equipment, and the opportunity to participate in educational activities that are organised locally or abroad.
