Police Jobs and College Degrees

I have been a police officer for several years. I am often asked to speak to young people at schools, etc. about law enforcement careers. If you are considering a career as a law enforcement officer, you should also be considering earining a college degree if you haven't done so already. Visit Peaceofficerjobs.com for more information about becoming a law enforcement officer.The more education you have, the better chance you have of getting a law enforcement officer job and of being more selective about what jobs you try to obtain. Some law enforcement agencies require applicants to have only a high school diploma or GED. However, many agencies require some college, and some require a bachelor degree. I tell anyone I talk to, and if you are reading this, I am telling you! Get as much education as you can- PERIOD! The jobs will be there after you graduate, and they will be easier to get with more education. Also, when you do get a job, it will be easier for you to advance to a supervisor position or an investigator position.When it comes to education, more is merrier. However, grades matter too. The better your grades, the easier it will be for you to get a good job. There are many ways to pay for college these days such as scholarships, grants, and loans. Find a school that you are interested in, and contact their admissions office. They will usually bend over backwards to assist you. There are also many reputable, accredited schools that allow you to take classes and earn a degree online. Check out their websites, and then call them if you have any questions.Getting a degree in criminal justice or something similar will certainly be helpful. However, a degree in something else that interests you is probably just as good for a law enforcement career. For example, an accounting or business degree would give you a great background for investigating white collar crime. Psychology degrees are excellent since most law enforcement officers interact with people every day, and a good knowledge base of human behavior can prove invaluable. Degrees in communications, science, management, international studies, etc. etc. are all good degrees to have. Law enforcement agencies want educated, well-rounded people to join their ranks. It is not until you begin a law enforcement academy that you have to worry about learning how to be a law enforcement officer.