I have a couple questions

[copenhagen2450]

Im looking into a career in law inforcement, I was just wondering how long the police academy program is. and my excuse for posting this at 600 in the morning is my dog was barking outside and my mom thought that there was somebody outside so I stayed up so she could get some sleep.

[schefft]

That depends (and varies greatly) as to which department, state, city, county, agency you decide to go with. I have seen 3 month academies and I have heard of 18 month courses. It all depends...........

[copenhagen2450]

thanks, Im going to go and check with a police officer that Ive known for a long time monday. Is there anyway to find any of this out on the internet?

[05_PSD_Erik]

Google is your friend!

[geoff thomas]

Can British people join the Police in the USA?

[copenhagen2450]

I wouldnt see why not... if you dont have a criminal record then I would think so.

[schefft]

Originally Posted by geoff thomas

Can British people join the Police in the USA?

Maybe, but for some reason something in my head is telling me that you need to be a US Citizen? I know that's true for most Federal Agencies but not sure for local PD's?

[copenhagen2450]

thats what I was thinking but not sure I can look it up on the comp. if you want to tell me what state youd want to be a PD in.

[mrnecsteve]

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[geoff thomas]

Yeah i don't have any great preferences as to which state i want to work in as i don't know anyone in the US so where ever i go i will be starting from fresh. I have tried to find if it is possible for foreigners to work in the Police (was kinda hoping they would help me with citizenship!)
Copenhagen if you know any other way to find out on your comp that would be awsome!
Thanks
Geoff