Career questions tagged state-trooper
What are the career steps in law enforcement to become a detective?
I have the dream to be a detective, but I am not sure where to start. I have had thoughts of joining the NYPD, but how dangerous is that? I have also considered being a state trooper. What are the steps and how long, on average, would the process take before I could become a detective? And would I be able to choose the department I join?
How to become a state trooper?
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What is the best way to become a state trooper?
I am a senior at Norman County West and will be hopefully filling out applications for college soon. I have been looking into being a state trooper for a long time now and I have a few questions to ask. What college classes are needed to be a trooper, and how many years? I have also been told that it is better to work your way up from a lower position (say a deputy sheriff) and than become a state trooper. What would be the best way to become a state trooper, work my way up from police officer to a trooper, or just work hard at school and dive right into becoming a state trooper. Also what are some good personality traits to have as a trooper? Thanks for the response! :) #police #criminal-justice #government #state-trooper