Informative Abstract
This paper describes a job as a police officer, why the government should change the age requirement to become a police officer, and a change in the age for acquiring an FOID (Firearm Owner's Identification Card).
A job as a police officer is an important entry-level position on the career path in the law enforcement field. Although there are benefits and opportunities within this field, every day police put their lives on the line, running the risk getting hurt and getting shot. So, changing the minimum age for becoming a police officer seems reasonable.
To become a police officer, there are many tests, both physical and mental, which must be passed as well as a psychological evaluation.
In addition, these steps are recommended:
Earn a Criminal Justice Associate's Degree;
Speak with people who are currently working in the field;
Think about future career opportunities: e.g., detective; and
Decide what kind of a career would satisfy your potential.
A senior police officer of the Hamburg police on a...
Photo of a police officer, Boston, USA
English: A Chicago police officer on a segway.TABLE OF CONTENTS
Informative Abstract 2
Introduction 4
Firearm Owners Identification Card 5
Screening the Police Officer 6
Written Exam 7
Oral Board Interviews 8
Video-Based Examination 9
Medical Examination 9
Fitness and Physical Performance Exams 10
Background Checks 11
Psychological Evaluations 12
The Job of a Police Officer 13
Conclusion 16
Bibliography 18
Introduction
Becoming a police officer is a responsible and rewarding job. In most police agencies, police officers have benefits that can include paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, overtime pay, uniform allowances, tuition assistance or refund programs for college studies, retirement pension, medical and life insurance, and disability insurance. There are even some agencies which give officers a car to take home, if they live within a certain area of the agency.
The age requirements to become a police officer are set by police departments, and the...