3) Which tests are included in the recruitment assessment?
Physical
/
Psychological/Personality
/
Language
There is written assignment.
Other
The selection exists of two parts:
The first part is performed on a computer. On the one hand, this test measures the competence "to observe". On the other hand, there is a situation assessment test. This assessment test measures the competences "to solve problems", "show respect", "show reliability", "analyze information" and "achieve objectives"
Successful candidates continue with the second test. This part is an interview with a written assignment
INITIAL/BASIC TRAINING
Length of initial/basic training of prison officer? (*see definition)
1) Excluding in-service training
2) Including in-service training
How many weeks class room?
50 days
How many weeks practical prison work?
9,5 months
3) Is the initial/basic training accredited?
Yes
4) EQF level of initial/basic training
4
5) What are the subjects that are trained at the initial/basic level?
• Organization and regulatory framework
• Living conditions, order, security and safety in prison
• Deontology acting
• Technical and social skills
6) What does final exam contain?
A test to judge if the knowledge in the different themes is acquired; performed on a computer
Exam on the technical skills of the profession
“Integrated” test with a practical simulation of daily life in prison. There is interaction with a prisoner (actor) in which the communication skills, the knowledge of the regulations and the technical skills have to be used. There is a debriefing with the jury. The jury also takes an oral exam about the mission and about ethical issues.
7) What type of exam?
Oral,Written,Practical
CONTINUOUS TRAINING
1) Is continuous training obligatory?
Yes
2) If yes, which modules are obligatory?
Training to become a prison officer at the entrance of the prison (5 days)
To become member of the interventionteam: training is a prerequisite for the use of weapons (baton, shield) (20 days + 4 days each year)
First aid (3 days + 0,5 day each year)
Firefighter training (1 day for teammember; 3 days for teamleader)
Attachments
* Definition of a prison officer:
Responsible for safety and security as well as prisoner rehabilitation. promote social behavior and address the offending behavior of prisoners. A prison officer belongs to a public service body.
European Penitentiary 
