Effective border security is a critical component of national sovereignty, global stability, and socio-economic well-being.1 The efficacy of border security operations relies heavily on the comprehensive and adaptive training of its personnel, who often operate in complex, demanding, and high-stakes environments. This article presents a comparative review of various training methodologies employed for border security personnel, drawing insights from existing literature to analyze the approaches, challenges, and outcomes associated with preparing individuals for this specialized military service. While direct comparative studies are limited, this review synthesizes evidence regarding core military training, specialized tactical instruction, psychological preparedness, and support systems, aiming to highlight best practices and identify areas for future development in optimizing training effectiveness across different national contexts and operational demands.

Border security training, training methodologies, security personnel

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