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What education do you need to become a Police Officers (Except Commissioned)?


1. To be a police officer, you must have a high school diploma, and may be required to complete a college diploma or university degree in law/security or in social sciences. You must also complete a three- to six-month training program.

2. You must meet physical strength, agility, fitness, and vision requirements as well as some psychological or other tests.

3. To be a detective or sergeant, you need experience as a constable and to have completed specialized courses.

4. With additional training/experience, you may move up the ranks to become a commissioned police officer.

5. Most recent entrants have a community college diploma, and almost 3 in 10 have an undergraduate university degree.

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