I am getting a Major in Psychology and a minor in Anthropology and probably get another Major in Sociology. The police department is a place where i can make money and use my degree to help people. The problem is can I survive the academy and OJT and make it on the streets.?
2007-12-17 17:15:50 · 17 answers · asked by Sundown 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Most departments have dropped height standards long ago, to accommodate women. As far as doing the job, you will catch it from people on the street. I am 5'8" and I get "messed" with from time to time. In the academy you may get tormented by your DIs, cause that's just what they do they want to break you down to weed out the weak. The PT won't be a prob, because again most academies have lowered the standards to accommodate women, usually in ways that have to do with height. So, in short, no it won't be a problem as long as you're secure with it because all of the problems will be psychological ones.
2007-12-17 17:49:08 · answer #1 · answered by scottnolefan 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are civilians who work with the police with your specialities. Your skills might be better used as a civilian working with the police, not as a police officer. Explore those options as well. But decide what you want to do and go for it.
If you're worried about surviving the academy, start running. Get yourself into shape. They will take care of the rest.
2007-12-17 18:18:43 · answer #2 · answered by Meghan 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, height is not an automatic disqualifier.
Decades ago, it would have been.
As long as you can pass the physical agility tests, you will not have a problem. You are majoring in a great field.
Would you be at a disadvantage? I have seen some very stout officers with short statures. You will be what you make of yourself.
Good luck.
2007-12-17 17:26:05 · answer #3 · answered by Todd 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As long as that 5'4" is height and not circumference, you should be fine. Get a copy of the physical fitness standards and tests and make sure you can do and pass the tests.
2007-12-17 18:19:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
My boyfriend is a cop in Brooklyn and he knows a lot of other cops, many of whom are women and quite a few of whom are SMALL. Little Italian girls, but they're feisty and spirited and love their job. That's what matters.
As long as you pass the exams and you're confident, your size won't matter.
2007-12-17 17:19:22 · answer #5 · answered by GreenIYD 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just put the same effort into your physical fitness and training that you did into your education and you'll be OK.
Being aware and prepared is more important than being big.
2007-12-17 18:01:31 · answer #6 · answered by California Street Cop 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. I don't see a problem at all. They shouldn't stop you from being what you want to be. It is just not right. BUT. On the other hand, well, you are pretty short, and therefore, not alot of people will take you seriously.
2007-12-17 17:26:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Most cops are I know are tall aholes with bad haircuts. But never let you height stop you from doing what you want to do. And there alot of aspects of law enforcment you can pursue with a resume like that. Go for it .
2007-12-17 17:20:37 · answer #8 · answered by Crystal84 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I don't think that there's a problem with being 5' 4'' and being a police officer. I think it'd be cool to see a dwarf/midget police officer!
2007-12-17 17:19:31 · answer #9 · answered by . 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
It is not definetely a problem drink medicines that help you grow or eat chicken, I heard it makes you grow taller!
Or maybe they will qualify you not for your height, maybe they will qualify you for your great job! Who knows? you might get in! By the way GOOD LUCK TO YOU !!!!!
2007-12-17 17:21:18 · answer #10 · answered by Annika A 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋