What schooling is needed? What do I have to do to become one?
2007-08-29 06:15:13 · 7 answers · asked by dhock88 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
In my own state it is required to be free of any felony convictions, moral turpitude, or domestic violence.
Some jurisdictions require just a high school diploma where others require anywhere from a two to four year degree.
Because the state has a "POST" (Police Officer Standards of Training) requirement, no specific jurisdiction is any easier in training requirements than another.
Unfortunately, you find folks (like Ipsydoodle) who've had confrontations with law enforcement and tend to judge all apples in the barrel together when, as in any social group or otherwise, you always have better than others.
It is an honorable profession where one can go home knowing they've done something good for their community!
As for "Ipsydoodle"....no tickets from me pal....I want to insure you have the right to free speech!
Best wishes.
2007-08-29 06:41:06 · answer #1 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Well at least in CA all that is required is a high school diploma and no felony convictions. That is the minimum. But they also look for leadership experiance and good job history (probably at last 3-5 yrs). Also any security or law enforcement experiance is a plus as well. And you must have a decent credit score to show financial stability. If you want to get a degree, which will boost your chances, either admin of justice or english is good.
2007-08-29 06:41:59 · answer #2 · answered by ERIC B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no set criteria to be a police officer, each town has its own criteria for selecting officers. It is easier to be a town cop, than a county cop, than a state cop. Often times cops work as detention officers in the local jail before they become officers. It helps to have an education in law enforcement, an associates degree in criminal justice would suffice. Military experience is a plus and often times veterans get preference for civil jobs. Also there will be a physical test, you will have to run a mile, bench press 85% of your body weight, possibly sit and reach, push ups or pull ups.
Also if you do become a cop, be fair don't abuse your power and follow the laws you enforce
2007-08-29 06:28:35 · answer #3 · answered by Andrew E 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it is going to count number on the branch. around my section many of the departments are civil provider so which you will desire to pay for and bypass a attempt to be eligible. maximum companies will do criminal historic past and drug testing and could require applicants who fail to reimburse them for the fee of the try or examine. additionally some departments require or enable their officers to hold thei very own firearm at their cost. to boot many departments have non-compulsory products that officers can carry, yet that could desire to be offered by way of the officers themselves. - David
2016-10-03 09:22:01 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Know someone on the police force.
2007-08-29 07:42:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
in first you have to make a proper school...and also it's required 'grande cojones'
2007-08-29 06:32:59 · answer #6 · answered by stefan 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to be a full-of-yourself dick.
Sorry, but there you have it.
(go ahead and thumb me, I don't care - all the cops in my town are the bullies & jackasses from High school)
2007-08-29 06:24:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋