Keeping the public safe is the top priority of any Police Department. Arresting people who break laws is another thing Police Officers often have to do. Another task of an on duty Police Officer is to file paperwork on criminals, so Police Officers must stay organized (“Task List 1”). I personally feel that I can do these things. I believe that I have the capability and patients to follow through with these. Yes there will be obstacles and adversity, but I’m pretty sure that I am a strong willed person.
Making decisions is a major part of a Police Officer 's job. Another work activity is to be able to solve conflicts through negotiation. Next, a work activity is to be able to analyze data (“Common Work Activities”). I personally feel that …show more content…
Police Officers will also need 4 months training at a police academy. Officers of the law will also need to be 21 years of age. (“Preparation” 1). I personally feel I can complete high school. If I can do 4 years of high school, I can definitely do 4 months of police academy training. My only problem is when I graduate I will only be 18… So I may go into the Army for 3 years till I 'm 21.
In becoming a police officer a helpful high school course is criminology. Another helpful course in physical education. Lastly, a helpful course is to have knowledge on the legal system (“Helpful High School Courses” 1). I personally feel that I will only need criminology. I am familiar with the legal system and know what I need to know. I am also fine when it comes to physical education, for I do physical activities a lot.
As a police officer in Missouri are making anywhere between 33,240 dollars to 54,900 dollars. This will be great for where I plan on living. Police officers also get paid double for overtime (“Wages” 1). I personally feel this is perfect. I do not wish to further my education right now and I still want to help people. In doing so, I can do what I want and make decent money for it with just a high school
Making decisions is a major part of a Police Officer 's job. Another work activity is to be able to solve conflicts through negotiation. Next, a work activity is to be able to analyze data (“Common Work Activities”). I personally feel that …show more content…
Police Officers will also need 4 months training at a police academy. Officers of the law will also need to be 21 years of age. (“Preparation” 1). I personally feel I can complete high school. If I can do 4 years of high school, I can definitely do 4 months of police academy training. My only problem is when I graduate I will only be 18… So I may go into the Army for 3 years till I 'm 21.
In becoming a police officer a helpful high school course is criminology. Another helpful course in physical education. Lastly, a helpful course is to have knowledge on the legal system (“Helpful High School Courses” 1). I personally feel that I will only need criminology. I am familiar with the legal system and know what I need to know. I am also fine when it comes to physical education, for I do physical activities a lot.
As a police officer in Missouri are making anywhere between 33,240 dollars to 54,900 dollars. This will be great for where I plan on living. Police officers also get paid double for overtime (“Wages” 1). I personally feel this is perfect. I do not wish to further my education right now and I still want to help people. In doing so, I can do what I want and make decent money for it with just a high school