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How to Become a Police Officer

To become a police officer in California, you'll first have to complete a POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certified training program.

Upon completion of this program, you'll then complete an on-the-job probation period ranging from 12 to 24 months. Here's what you need to know :

1) Requirements in California

2) Duties

3) Show me the money!

4) POST training schools

1) Requirements in California

The first step to becoming a police officer in California is to complete a POST-certified training program.

You must satisty the minimum requirements to be eligible for the POST training:

The POST-certified training program is about 6 months long.

Upon completion of this training program, you will seek employment with federal, state or local agencies. The probation period is 12 to 24 months. You must apply for and receive the POST Basic certificate within 24 months of employment.

2) Duties of Police Officers

This can be a dangerous and stressful job. They have to be constantly alert and ready to confront criminals or other threatening situations.

Their list of duties include:

3) Show me the money!

A police officer's hourly wage range from $21 to over $32 per hour. The average hourly wage is approximately $27/hour. The average annual salary of a police officer is $56,000.

The average entry-level salary for a police officer in California range from $3,100 to over $3,900 per month.

Besides salary, there is normally a benefits package which may include:

4) Real Estate Schools

In Fresno, the school that offers POST certified training program is Fresno City College. Their phone number is 559.442.8277