Police Patrol Officers

They keep the order and make sure that people follow laws.

Wages	$39.55 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	Associate's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Criminal Justice/Police Science
On the Job	Work Activities Interview people to obtain information about actions or status of individuals. Investigate accidents to determine causes. Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. Interview people to gather information about criminal activities. Investigate accidents to determine causes. Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. Determine operational procedures. Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel. Relay information about incidents or emergencies to personnel using phones or two-way radios. Maintain operational records.
Career Path	Security
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