SAPS begins training 2000 reservists to become constables In a statement on Thursday, the SAPS said the reservists and security officers, who were appointed as constables as of 1 December 2020, officially commenced their training as constables on Monday. Source Friday, 16 April 2021, 09:34 The newly appointed constables are expected to undergo a four-month training programme which will see them developed in several fields to enable them to serve as men and women in blue. NATIONAL NEWS - The South African Police Service (SAPS) has announced the commencement of training of over 2000 reservists and security officers at its academies nationwide. The cohort previously served as reservists in the SAPS.