I'm 26 years old. I grew up in a small town with my grandparents til i was 19. I then came to toronto for work, even though i have no skill or trade. I worked as a collection officer and did a lot of labour work as well. I've always been a big party animal and now i'm feeling and seeing the repercussions. I want to straighten out before its too late. I've stopped the drugs and alcohol along with the late nights and i want to get a career started. I now live in a one bedroom apt with my girlfriend and pets. My girlfriend has been supporting us since we basically met because of my antics. The only jobs i can seem to get is factory work making 12.00 an hour which is not enough to support us anymore. I left highschool 2 credits shy of my diploma, both are elective credits. I'm not sure if i need to do a equivalency test now to obtain a diploma.(no direction) I've recently decided i would like to get into law enforcement, policeman or something on those lines. Not sure how to get started.
2007-09-12 08:43:24 · 8 answers · asked by kristhekid26 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Contact your local Community College. They have people who specialize in "I am lost and have no direction". They will tell you what is required to get your High School GED and some even have 2 year criminal justice degree programs. Scholarships and grants are also available.
2007-09-12 08:51:13 · answer #1 · answered by lunatic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You deserve credit for what you have done so far. Go to the police and ask them to tell you exactly what the requirements for a job in law enforcement would be. Then get a GED and do whatever is necessary. Don't let anymore time pass before you take steps to get where you need to be.
2007-09-12 08:52:03 · answer #2 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first, GET THAT DIPLOMA--check with school how you can get those two credits. Work and also your gf working will pay current bills, and maybe save a few $$$. Talk with your local police precinct commander or supervisor regarding applying for a law enforcement career. He (or she) will discuss your past--do you have any convictions from your "wild period"? This will come up during your thorough background investigation so do not try to hide anything. Good luck to you in your future.
2007-09-12 08:52:18 · answer #3 · answered by Mike 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would start by going back to school, like night school and getting those remainder two credits you need, while there talk to a guidance counselor about what pre req you need to get into law enforcement. It is really great that you are making a decision to do more with your life. Good luck and start working on it immediately
2007-09-12 08:53:13 · answer #4 · answered by ?? yaddajean ?? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, get your HS diploma or equivalency if you ever hope to get a decent job. Then get off your duff, quit mooching off your girlfirend, and check out the law enforcement requirements for the area you want to work. Many government law enforcement agencies require college these days.
2007-09-12 08:52:47 · answer #5 · answered by Suzy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
krist the kid,
Congratulations, if u have read any biography of any successful person they all start where u are at. the bottom. only way is up.
visit the library, ask them how to complete ur schooling high school. find read take notes reread
'48 days to work u love' D Miller
'what colour is ur parachute'
'the millionaire next door'
'rich dad poor dad'
'total money makeover'
'think and grow rich, black choice'
'richest man in babylon'
ACT on the info u learn.
get a budget , u'll have money then.
email me for more info
2007-09-12 08:52:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get your GED and join the Marine Corps.
2007-09-12 09:09:10 · answer #7 · answered by cmortality 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go join the army as military police
2007-09-12 08:52:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋