Hey guys how are my chances you think?

[Dion]

Im 22 years old, have a associates degree in CJ, have no background whatsoever, not even a ticket, just wondering do i need more than an associates?? or should i just start applying now?

[cobravenom1]

Too general. You gotta give us more.

Work experience or anything that shows some kinda life experience at all outside of a controlled environment.

Stacked up next to a 22yr old who has successfull leadership experience, military, people skills, etc.... your stack may come up short.:D

[Dion]

Well i have worked with my dad in a self employed floor sanding company since i was 14 so i definetly have work experience, i have 3 former cops i can use as referals too if that helps :D

[Curt581]

You can start applying now, sure.

You don't have any strikes against you, but you don't have much more than the minimums needed for acceptance, either.

A few things you can do while you're waiting:

1. Take some Spanish courses.

2. Take up jogging.

3. Sign up for a creative writing course to improve your spelling and grammar skills. You'll be doing alot of narrative writing on this job.

[Dion]

Im in great shape i was team captain for 4 years on my high school soccer team dont know if that means anything though lol.

[Piggy]

It's going to depend on the job prospects where you apply. If it's a better funded PD, you'll be competing with other applicants with bachelors degrees and previous police experience. Everyone is going to have a unique set of qualifications to take to the table so you need to make yourself stand out.

Have you considered being a Reserve Police Officer at your local PD to find out if you'll like the job?