I have always wanted to be in the military. Army or navy haven't decided. I want to eventually be a psychologist for the FBI. I want to become a special agent and might join the police dept and work to become a homicide detective what should I do. Skip the military and join the police after college?
2007-03-27 09:58:06 · 14 answers · asked by jbd89 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Well unfortunately there are a lot of misguided answers on this forum. If you go to the FBI website look at the prereq's. If im not mistaken military experience is next to godliness with the FBI. As far as police force, most city depts only require about a semester of college to apply, and if you have military experience whether or not it is military police this will be highly favored. Whilst military poses another good question on choosing a branch, personally I went Marines because any employer who looked at "Marine" on my Resume, I would be viewed in a more respected manner. Im positive if I were a hiring official on a Police force I would want to hire the individual whom demanded the most respect, not to diminish the glory of anyone else or any other branch, but if your going to do it, do it all the way, that is how you become succesful in life. As far as danger, if you dont want to go into a job where you get shot at, dont say you want one. There are many job opportunities that keep you from the front lines, and remember, dont except any second hand info, go straight to the source, and dont get caught into the spin
2007-03-27 13:19:45 · answer #1 · answered by pfcusmc1345 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you want to loose a limb? Do you want to spend sixty percent of the next five years in an Iraqi slum dodging bombs. The Navy is great, but you'd have to be insane with a death wish to join the Army or the Marines.
Some may say my attitude is unpatriotic, but our chest pumping Vice president requested and took five deferments to get out of service in Vietnam.
I have two sons. I will not allow them to be soldiers until we have leaders in this country that show the same amount courage that they demand of our great volunteers. You need to appreciate how much work your parents have put into your life over the past 17-18 years. Save them from the pain that so many parents are having to quietly go through in this country.
2007-03-27 10:26:35 · answer #2 · answered by chris w 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did not join the military and have regretted it. I think it would have helped me tremendously in the law enforcement field. Working with guys that have a military background, I have noticed that they are usually well disciplined. I can not advise you on what you should or shouldn't do in this regard, but suffice it to say that I really wish I had joined the military when I was young and had gotten a college degree before I embarked on a career. Any and all training will benefit you, whatever career path you choose.
2007-03-27 10:22:24 · answer #3 · answered by LawDawg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because your saftey isn't guaranteed. If you get hurt the government doesn't help you with doctor visits. You don't get the VIP treatment just because you go serve your country. I've heard many have a terrible time getting the medical treatment they deserve. Our government doesn't care about you after your injured or dead. (They say they do, but they dont') Listen to the stories on Montel Williams, Oprah Winfrey. Actions speak louder than words, I haven't seen any actions from the Government. Our boys who come back they are suffering because they don't get what they need. I've heard this is the way it's always been. If you are in intelligence and you know to much the Gov't says you died and if you didn't you are not to see your family again. I've seen on TV a lot of horror stories what our governemt does to the people who serve their country.
2007-03-27 10:09:56 · answer #4 · answered by JBWPLGCSE 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This is a hard one because I believe in a college education. The military would pay for college, so you may want to consider staying in the military for the shortest allowed time possible and then work on your degree. Good luck!
2007-03-27 10:06:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can't afford a criminal justice degree at college, the military will pay for your schooling to a large extent. If you want to do law enforcement being an MP (Military Police) will be a good start.
2007-03-27 10:07:00 · answer #6 · answered by Daniel D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the air rigidity has greater standards, yet fairly i understand somebody with a GED who enlisted into the AF. there is not any reason to frown upon the army, each and every thing has a stereotype and consequently you will desire to not hear whilst human beings assist you recognize the air rigidity is "worry-free" bc it actual isn't. Sounds to me which you will desire to consult a pair recruiters, yet be warned i've got heard many stuff with reference to the army, marines, and national look after recruiters being very pushy. on the different hand i understand from adventure that the air rigidity isn't pushy in any respect. So do not pass pass to a marine recruiter and enable him communicate you into signing something desirable away!! in my view, the air rigidity is the main appropriate thank you to pass!
2016-11-23 19:55:29 · answer #7 · answered by glauser 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The military is always a good, growing experience and serves you well in future life situations. It always looks good on the resume as well.
2007-03-27 10:10:26 · answer #8 · answered by Brite Tiger 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Semper Fi
2007-03-27 10:05:27 · answer #9 · answered by wilma_fingadu 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go USMC! FIrst and foremost! Then continue my son! Don't listen to Clarke...I have had no troubles with getting medical attention from service and they do care about you! Great bunch of people!
2007-03-27 10:11:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋