Most organizations require their applicants to pass a variety of tests such as drug tests, written tests, physical agility tests, psychological assessments, a polygraph, a medical exam for both vision and hearing, as well as an oral interview and background investigation. These tests are to determine your suitability as a law enforcement agent based on character, and psychical and mental capabilities. Many things are taken into consideration when potentially hiring someone in this field. The criminal justice field is known to be completely committed to being a drug free workplace therefore these agencies often scrutinize any prior drug use by any applicant or current employee. Most departments, such as the police, require their employees to have at least a high school diploma or G.E.D. Some police departments, for example, might hire right out of high school. However most potential officers have to be at least 21 years old. Other basic prerequisites include being a U.S. citizen and having a valid drivers
Most organizations require their applicants to pass a variety of tests such as drug tests, written tests, physical agility tests, psychological assessments, a polygraph, a medical exam for both vision and hearing, as well as an oral interview and background investigation. These tests are to determine your suitability as a law enforcement agent based on character, and psychical and mental capabilities. Many things are taken into consideration when potentially hiring someone in this field. The criminal justice field is known to be completely committed to being a drug free workplace therefore these agencies often scrutinize any prior drug use by any applicant or current employee. Most departments, such as the police, require their employees to have at least a high school diploma or G.E.D. Some police departments, for example, might hire right out of high school. However most potential officers have to be at least 21 years old. Other basic prerequisites include being a U.S. citizen and having a valid drivers