Regional Leaders Finish Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Seven members of the security forces in St. Kitts and Nevis – three from the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and four from the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) – successfully completed the six-week Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course designed by the Regional Security System (RSS) Training Institute.

Course Overview

The Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course covered various topics, including effective leadership, group dynamics, delegation of authority, human rights, preparation and planning of large-scale events, emergency care and management, incident command, crime scene management, and key point defence.

The training was attended by 13 regional counterparts from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Guyana.

Assessment and Certification

Regional and local assessors collaborated with the Ministry of Education and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Council to ensure that all necessary standards were met. The course certification is equivalent to an Associate’s Degree.

Congratulations and Future Plans

Major Kayode Sutton, Acting Commander of the SKNDF, congratulated the successful graduates and emphasized that the course has significantly strengthened law enforcement and military capabilities in critical national security management and disaster response coordination and management.

“It is my pleasure to have completed this training program and I urge you all to carry forward the knowledge, skills, and values acquired during this training. We must embrace the responsibilities that come with leadership in our police and military careers as well as in our communities. Remember that effective leadership is not just about commanding others, but about serving, inspiring, guiding and developing subordinates and those around you towards a common mission,” Major Sutton emphasized.

Prioritizing Training and Excellence

The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, commended the RSS for stepping up its game in terms of training and recognized the importance of including a CARICOM Vocational Qualification (CVQ) component, which will enhance trainees’ ability to operate effectively in both regional and international contexts, allowing for more networking opportunities with global partners.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the successful completion of the Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course reflects the commitment of St. Kitts and Nevis to prioritize training and professional development in the security sector. This achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter in the region’s collaborative efforts to build robust capabilities in national security management.

FAQs

• Who were the participants in the Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course?
  Seven members of the security forces in St. Kitts and Nevis completed the course, three from the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and four from the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force.
• What was covered during the course?
  The course topics included effective leadership, group dynamics, delegation of authority, human rights, preparation and planning of large-scale events, emergency care and management, incident command, crime scene management, key point defence, and more.
• Will participants receive certification?
  Yes, participants who completed the course received a certification equivalent to an Associate’s Degree.
• What are the regional counterparts?
  The regional counterparts participating in the training came from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Guyana.

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