National structured debrief

Aims

This course equips learners with the skills and knowledge required to plan and run a structured debrief, and to compile a debrief report.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• explain the theory behind the structured debriefing framework and its role in capturing organisational learning to continually improve
• understand and demonstrate the skills required during the structured debrief process
• know the importance of pre-planning a structured debrief
• understand how debriefing documentation relates to retention, disclosure and the Freedom of Information Act 2000
• construct a debrief report matrix of recommendations and supporting data

Debriefing skills include delivery and scribing – the roles are not separated. Learners will leave the course being able to fulfil both roles. This is important when acting within part of a larger debrief team.

Who it is for

The course is relevant to those who are or may in future be involved in running debriefs of incidents, exercises, operations or investigations within organisations.

Course content

National structured debriefs capture organisational learning following an incident, exercise, operation or investigation. The process is relevant at strategic, tactical and operational levels, complementing single and multi-agency debriefs.

Location

A suitable location at your own training establishment is required. Exact specifications can be discussed when booking the course.

Method of delivery

The course is one full day and can be delivered to up to 15 delegates.

Two trainers deliver each course. Trainers are nationally approved to College of Policing standards. The trainers are all experienced national structured debriefers.