If you look at it on paper it seems rather daunting and a bit intrusive, but in reality it is not as bad as it looks. There will be some that outshine others on paper, but it doesn’t mean they will be a better officer. The type of officer depends on the type of person and that person’s strength and commitment. The academy will teach you the basics of what you need to know, but not enough to survive. The journey really begins when you hit the streets after your FTO or PTO and you have to make split second decisions on your own. The journey is definitely worth it and the rewards are
If you look at it on paper it seems rather daunting and a bit intrusive, but in reality it is not as bad as it looks. There will be some that outshine others on paper, but it doesn’t mean they will be a better officer. The type of officer depends on the type of person and that person’s strength and commitment. The academy will teach you the basics of what you need to know, but not enough to survive. The journey really begins when you hit the streets after your FTO or PTO and you have to make split second decisions on your own. The journey is definitely worth it and the rewards are