I need to know what I need to do to become a policeman?
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Depends where you live, but generally you need to be a high school graduate and go through the police academy.   If you find a city to hire you first, they will pay for the academy and pay you while you're in there.   Or, you can go to a college that offers the academy and put yourself though.   Then you apply at the cities you're interested in.   \n\nThink about whether the life-style will be worth it for you.   I noticed from another question that you're married?   You will almost certainly be on the swing-shift or graveyard shift for several years.   That means not seeing your family much at all.  Your wife will probably not see you on holidays, birthdays or anniversaries.    If she works too, you may be on opposite shifts for years.   If you have kids, you'll miss alot of their activities. \n\nYou'll see a lot of things that'll make you think there are no good people in the world at all - it takes a very strong person to remain decent when doing that kind of work....
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do you mean a Sergeant? like in the police? or a surgeon like as in a doctor in a hospital. if it a police then u need to finish high school and go to through a bootcamp type of training to become a regular police officer and work your way up.\n\n if you want to become a hospital surgeon then u have ur work cut out for u. study every single day when your in high schools read some biology, chemistry and physics textbooks and calculus books for fun. Take AP biology, chemistry, calculus, and physics in high school. its never too early to get started. this is an ultra competitive field. ALSO see if you can volunteer in a hospital since you cannot work yet. \n\nbecoming a surgeon is dedicating your life to helping other and being able to handle the pressure of constantly expecting to be correct. im studying for pre-med now and i kinda burned out. I chose to switch to an easier field (which is everything else lols).  it is hard to have the level of commitment needed to become a doctors and not many people appreciate your efforts so you have to motivate yourself and make sure you love science. it is not abnormal to spend weeks at a time not speaking to anyone, or moving from a desk. just sitting everyday every hour with your science textbooks. \n\nBecoming a surgeon is a great goel but not everyone is smart enough. make sure you are smart and hardworking enough first by getting top grades in your school. Surgeons can't make mistakes.
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That can vary immensely from one police department to another.  But here is the basic 411.  Some positions require you have a 4 year degree in science while others only require a GED or High School graduation. Generally, if you want to work in a crime laboratory as a Criminalist you will need at least a 4 year degree in science (such as Biology or Chemistry). If you want to be a Crime Scene Technician you usually need less formal education. Some agencies require you be a sworn police officer before becoming a Crime Scene Investigator.\n\nIf the position you want requires formal training then check your local colleges and universities.   Many community colleges have Criminal Justice classes that include crime scene investigations. \n\n\nBelow is a book, kind of pricey but a good source.  See if you can find a used copy someplace, or maybe your local library may have it.  But it's an excellent book on crime scene evidence and investigations.
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My brother is a police officer and you typically need to be at least 21 years old and have at least an associates degree.
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1. Become an Ordained Minister.\n2. Be elected or appointed a Judge.\n3. Become the captain of a ship.\n4. Become a Justice of the Peace.
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All states I am aware of follow thier state POST ( Police Officer Standard and Training) requirements for that state.\n\nI would suggest you do a research ( web search) on POST traiing.\n\nNormally police policy merely states they require and follow POSST standards
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JOIN THE POLICE ACCADAMY.
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Getting a police position pretty much involves a uniform process.\nFirst, find a dept and their requirements/qualifications. Most require an age, an educational background and a NO FELONY criminal background. If you meet these requirements, then go ahead and contact various departments, if they are accepting applications for open positions or ongoing recruitment, then request an application. \nYou are most likely to then take a written exam if you qualify. Then a physical/phychological screening, drug test and a final offer of employment. The whole process takes about 4-6 months so get on the horn. \nIm in the process myself for several dept's. Good luck!
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Being in law enforcment myself the best course of action for you to take is go through the navy as an SP and then when you get out that will be the equivilent to any police departments college credit requirements. But take criminal justice, applied criminal law, report writing and psyc wouldnt hurt either. Hope it helps
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You can just go to the police station and ask. Or talk to one when they pull you over. \n My mother has been a cop for almost 23 yrs. When you reach 14 yrs of age you can become a Explore (which is like a cop in training)  I use to be one. This gives you the experience and the knowledge you need to become a cop. Just ask your local station if they have this program! (Explores program)       Most do! Good luck!
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take the gun safety courses from a certified trainer and the american redcross cpr for police its also got the defibulator course go to the local police supply shop for more info a security gaurd course may be out ther and also the police training courses are open to applicants you can pas and not apply to a city
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pretty simple.  Go to a recruitment center and sign up.   Becasue of your degree you might qualify for officer school.
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Call a local rent-a-cop place.  They'll certainly be able to tell you, and may offer training and licensing for you.
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You do NOT have to have a college degree to become a cop.  A lot of agencies prefer them, but there are several cops who actually get their degree while they are cops.\n\nThe MP is a good thing, but not the only thing you can do.  I'd suggest some of the vocational schools who offer some training in criminal justice.  That can help give you a background on how to look at the law etc.\n\nFinally, go to different agencies and ask them.  Some will pay for you to attend the academy.  If you have the money, you can go to the academy on your own and then have that under your belt and hope for an agency to pick you up.\n\nBest of luck, and if you are successful - BE SAFE!.
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Usually, a letter of interest is just a basic letter where you explain you have the necessary qualifications to do the job, and you are interested in applying.  \n\n\nTo Captain _______ :\n\nI have ___ years experience as a police officer.  My record shows I have the qualifications to be promoted to detective, and now that there is an opening, I am interested in applying for the position and furthering my career.\n\nSincerely,\n\nPolice Officer Badge Number: ____\n\n\nIf you have a union, I would check with them as to what should be included, or what is expected in a letter of interest for the detective position.\n\nIf the detective position requires additional training, or courses, or experience, or examinations, and you have completed those requirements, they will show in your record.  If you want to draw attention to additional accomplishments that have a bearing in police detective work, you could include that in your letter.
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Get hired by a Police Department, get a few years under your belt doing police work, get some recognition for doing a good job and then get yourself promoted (or transferred) into one of the detective units to learn about being an investigator.  After doing all this over a span of several years, you might be ready for a spot in the SVU.  Good luck and have patience.
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Police Departments require an written test, physical exam, PT test, Background Check, and Oral Board.\nYou need to work out and get in shape for the PT. It takes time to build endurance in running. They will time your mile. And you will do sit ups, and more.\nThe written test you can study in the ARCO guides for police officer.\nMake sure you have no medical problems. Look up what they require.\nBackground check, make sure no misdemenors or feloney in last 10 years.\nOral Board is the hardest. You will be seated in a room with the board (3-6) and you will have to answer their questions. They are looking for a certain type person so it is important on how you think and what you day and how you say it. Look it up and you can see some possible questions they can ask.\n\nGood Luck