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About Commander Chris Wagoner
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I have been a police officer for 28+ years and still going! I am the Police Academy Commander at a LAw Enforcement/ Corrections Academy in North Central Florida. I can answer most questions concerning law enforcement procedures, law enforcement training and general questions about law enforcment' I can also answer questions about becoming a law enfocement officer. I teach the following subjects: RADAR/LASER, Law Enforcement Driving, Law Enforcement Firearms and Patrol Techniques, Officer Safety, WMD's for Patrol Officers, Application of Law, Communications skills, Dealing with the Mentally and physically handicapped, and many more subjects. I have worked as a subject matter expert for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and helped to write the police curriculum for the State of Florida.
I like answering questions about how to become a police officer, and questions about why did an officer do this or that type questions. I also like answering any questions you may have about police work in general. I do not mind helping with homework questions or trying to answer your questions about legal subjects that I have knowledge of. You will never know the answer until you ask!
If you do ask a question, PLEASE take the time to at least rate the answer. I do not get paid to answer these questions and do it on my own time. If you ask, please rate it when I answer. Thanks!!!
Experience
I am a 26 year veteran police officer, I am currently the Police Academy Commander of an Academy in North FLorida. I have been training police officers since 1993 and have trained them in all aspects of law enforcement, including firearms, Driving and legal subjects including patrol techniques and others.
Publications
I am a published author in Accident Investigation from the University of North Florida, Institute of Police Technology and Management.
Education/Credentials
I have 2 degrees, an AAS in Criminal Justice Technology from Santa Fe Community College, and a AA from Santa Fe Community College in Criminal Justice Programs.
Awards and Honors
Phi Theta Kappa
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Expert: Commander Chris Wagoner
Date: 7/31/2008
Subject: Courses and agel imit
Question
Hi Jason,
I really want to become a policewomen and I was just wondering if there is an age limit on joining the police as I'm 18 and was wondering if that would cause problems. Also I've been looking at police courses online and am not sure the best way to get into the police. I have Alevels grade A, B and C would that be enough? Also I have a son would the be help with childcare costs?
Answer
Hi Heather,
I am sorry no one answered your question faster. I saw it in the question pool and thought it would be nice if someone gave you and answer.
The minimum age to be a police officer in most states is 19, with some being 21. You would have to check with your states police standards board. In a lot of states that is called the POST (for police officer standards and training).
I highly suggest that you go to college and get at least a 2 year degree before applying to a police department. Most police departments these days require a 2 year or 4 year degree. If not to get hired most require it to get promoted. Plus trying to go to college once your hired is very difficult because of scheduling shifts.
The best way to get into the police force is to get your degree (in criminal justice or related topic would be a plus) and then apply to the departments you are interested in. Make sure that you keep a clean driving record and arrest record. Also no drug usage is a plus.
As for child care, again depending on where you live, some states offer child care assistance for single parents making certain incomes. You should check with your local children and families services. As for the police force helping, they normally do not. I have not heard of any offering any type of child care assistance, but you never know until you check.
I hope this helps answer your question, if you have more questions feel free to ask. I think its great that your thinking of police work as a career. Its very rewarding and your child will be very proud of you as they grow. My 9 year old son loves the fact his dad is a policeman.
Be well and good luck..
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