Impact of Training on Police Officers’ Performance in Tanzania: A Case of Ruvuma Regional Police Commander’s Office

Abstract

The study was carried to determine the impact of training on police officers’ performance in Tanzania specifically at Ruvuma Regional Police Commander’s Office. The study specifically focused on determining the impact of on-the-job training and off-the-job training on police officers’ performance. The study employed a cross-sectional study design and collected data from 285 police officers who were selected via stratified sampling. Self-structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. Data was analyzed through descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis. The study found a positive relationship between on-the-job training and police officers’ performance. It also found that off-the-job training positively associate with police officers’ performance. The study generally revealed that, training positively and significantly associates with police officers’ performance. The study concludes that, both on-the-job and off-the-job training programs positively correlate with police officers’ performance. The study recommends that, there should be allocation of resources to enhance on-the-job and off-the-job training programs for police officers. This could involve developing specialized training modules, providing access to relevant resource and technology, and ensuring that trainers are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver effective training.