Thinking about being a Police officer?

by **egan** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 6:57 am

I realized over the last four years of high school (I'm a Senior), that I have a pretty strong sense of justice, I'm outspoken, and get along well with others. My leadership qualities need a bit of work though. I absolutely hate things like drug abuse, abuse in general, hearing about someone getting killed, things like that. When I hear stuff like that, I really want them caught. I think it would make me feel pretty good if I caught a few "bad guys" in my life. I don't know what I really want to do, but I do know that I wanna make a change in the world, and that I do not wanna be couped up all day long; I wanna be out there doing something during the day and night.

My grades are pretty average, (A's,B's, and C's), but I would definitely need to work on my physical health. I'm 5'4'' and weigh close to 140, not overweight, but I'm not big on exercising. I'd like to check out the K-9 unit, since I wanna work with animals as well. My choice isn't set in stone, but as of now, I'd definitely go into college undecided, but interested in Criminal Justice, English, or Psychology.

I watch a ton of police shows like COPS and the Police Woman of What have you, and Las Vegas Jailhouse. I know that the life of a police officer wouldn't be an easy one, but it has its own rewards too.

Any advice (particularly from past or current officers of the law), would be fantastic. Thanks a bunch!

by **wattekinson86** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:05 am

Getting police officer jobs is becoming more and more competitive. One of the best things that you can do if you want to become a police officer is to get a college degree. Get at least a 4 year degree. Make sure that you attend a properly accredited school. Get the highest grade point average that you can. Choose a major that interests you and that would also be useful for police work. There are many good degrees for police officers. Accounting, communications, computer science, a foreign language, forensic science, and psychology are some examples. Criminal justice and English would also be good choices. Become the best writer that you can. Police officers write a lot of reports. The better you are at writing, the easier your life will be as a police officer. Practice to improve your observation and memory skills. Maintain a good reputation. Keep a good driving record. Don't get bad credit. Become as physically fit as you can. Physical fitness is important. Best of luck!

by **curney13** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:21 am

Don't do it, you will lose the respect of your friends and family. All pigs do nowadays is write tickets and stop kids from having fun. Cops need to stop real crime like the daily murders in the big cities not catching kids drinking at a party.

by **treasigh** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:26 am

If you want all people to hate you, be a cop. Cops are borderline crooks in my opinion, if you are prone to be abusive and like a power trip over people, be a cop.

by **shadrach** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:36 am

GO TO COLLEGE. MAJOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE.
CONSIDER PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER.... OR VEN STATE SBI OR EVEN FBI AND SO FORTH.

REGULAR BEAT OFFICER IS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE CONTENT WITH JUST A JOB.

by **osbourne** » Wed Oct 26, 2011 7:46 am

I AM ACTUALLY MAJORING IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE RIGHT NOW. IT IS GREAT! I ALSO AM 5'4 AT 140 AND IT'S NOT A PROBLEM SO FAR. POLICE WORK IS NOT JUST CATCHING BAD GUYS THOUGH, DON'T FORGET THAT. IT IS ALSO SAVING LIVES AND RISKING YOUR OWN TO DO THAT. SOMEDAY AS A POLICE OFFICER YOU WILL HAVE A SMALL CHILD DIE IN YOUR ARMS AND ALTHOUGH IT IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD DO YOUR BEST TO PREVENT, IT HAPPENS.
DON'T DO CORRECTIONS, UNLESS YOU JUST WANT TO BABYSIT.

Advertisments:

Sponsor Links: