WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A COP

How to become a cop

BY: JESSICA SKIENDZIOR

This Job takes VALOR, INTEGRITY, STRENGTH, HONESTY, COMPASSION, AND COMMON SENSE.

6 steps to becoming a cop

1. EDUCATION2. APPLICATION-PROCESS3. PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT TEST4. POLYGRAPH TEST5. POLICE WRITTEN EXAM AND ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW6. PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM

EducationNeed a diploma, GED, or to be 21 years of age.

Need to know Math Accounting, Business, Computer Skills, Science, Foreign Language, high state of physical fitness and moral fitness.

They say having more than a diploma, its also good to have an associates or Bachelors degree.

Application-Process

Choose a department to apply then take an civil service exam.

Physical Assessment Test

Polygraph Test POLYGRAPH TEST

Lie detector testDrug test

Cant have feloniesWeapon violationHistory of domestic violence

Police written exam & oral board interviewPersonality test to see why you would make a good officer

Test your judgment and problem solving capabilities

Youll also be asked a question: "A fellow officer calls for assistance on a family dispute that is getting out of control. Upon your arrival to the house you see the requesting officer struggling with a male subject on the floor. The male subject is on top of the officer attempting to punch him in the face. What are you going to do, and why?"

Psychological TestMental health

Labor law

Risk management

Police departmental discipline

Pay Scale

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It doesnt matter if youre a firefighter or a police officer they all give their lives to protect and save us - Jessica Skiendzior