Police Career Research Paper

The career I would like to pursue after high school is law enforcement. My preferred job to do is to be a detective in Chesapeake, VA. I would like to help others as a police officer. As a police officer my job is to protect citizens and their personal property. (Career Overview) Police officers are supposed to help citizens when they are in trouble. Police officers are considered public servants and do hard work for little pay. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, police officers have one of the highest rates of injuries and illnesses of all occupations. The work is often outdoors in all types of weather. I would work at least forty hours a week on different shifts. Candidates must meet intellectual, emotional, and physical requirements to do this job. Physical strength and stamina are major requirements; both are needed to pass the requirements in training and to function daily in the field. Perceptiveness and empathy are needed to understand and to be able to …show more content…
Most police and detectives must complete and graduate from their agency’s training academy before being able to complete a period of on-the-job training. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, usually at least 21 years old, and be able to meet rigorous physical and personal qualifications. (Bureau of Labor Statistics) Police and detective applicants must have at least a high school diploma or higher to qualify. Most state and local agencies encourage applicants to continue their education by taking courses and training related to law enforcement and criminal justice. Also many agencies offer financial assistance to officers who pursue these or related degrees. Many applicants for entry-level police jobs have taken some college classes, and a significant number are college graduates. Many colleges and universities offer programs in law enforcement and criminal justice. (Bureau of Labor