Plan B
Police
What They Do
they protect both property and people that are in danger or arrest people that could cause trouble
Work Environment
Police typically operate within specific, defined geographic jurisdictions, primarily on public roads, in high-crime neighborhoods, and areas with high traffic density
How to Become One
The education typically required to enter the occupation ranges from a high school diploma to a college degree. Most police and detectives must graduate from their agency’s training academy before completing on-the-job training. Other requirements vary, but candidates usually must be at least 21 years old and able to meet rigorous physical and personal qualifications.
Pay
The average pay per hour nationally is $36.02–$37.15 per hour, but again varies on your location.
Job Outlook
Overall employment of police and detectives is projected to grow 3 percent from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 62,200 openings for police and detectives are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
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