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Course: Police Science
If you find yourself glued to the TV every time Cops comes on, you may want to think about majoring in police science.
You’ll learn the nuts and bolts of police work, from patrolling to investigating, from preventing crime to writing reports. And you’ll prepare to meet the many challenges of police work, including handling people who resist arrest, using force responsibly, and building a strong relationship with the people you’ll protect.
Police science majors prepare for police and security work by learning about every aspect of police work.
Did You Know?
You’ll need to master report writing to wear the badge: your records may be used in a court of law.
Are You Ready To...?
- Volunteer at the local police station
- "Ride along" in a patrol car
- Learn how to interview witnesses
- Spend hours memorizing the law
It Helps To Be...
Someone who cares about making the world a safer place. You’ll also need to be sharp with details, good with people, and calm and clearheaded in a crisis.
College Checklist
- Does the department concentrate more on the theories or the skills of policing?
- Will the school help you find internships in police departments or other law enforcement agencies?
- Will take field trips to law enforcement agencies?
- Will the college help you find work after graduation?
Did You Know?
A high school diploma may be enough for some local police jobs, but a college degree is required at the federal and state levels.
Course Spotlight
What should the police do when the people they serve don’t trust them? When you take a class in community policing, you’ll learn how officers build and maintain good relationships with the community.
You’ll probably be asked to make oral presentations and write papers. With these projects, you’ll show how much you’ve learned about community policing, as well as crime-prevention programs such as DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education).