I don't think going to lectures is admitting you need help.....it just shows that they are actively trying to improve themselves and their performance. I don't think this should be taken in a negative way, looked down on or used to criticize them.
Depends on which police dept. You are talking about? Now I have been in devao, where there is an awesome police dept. But unfortunately I live in dumaguete city!! Lets just say, any help is needed!!