Becoming a Police Constable in Canada

[TimGab]

Hello everyone!

I am currently taking Police Foundations (Ontario-wide course I believe) at a community college. So far, I have called a few recruiters and each one tells me a different story...a recruiter from TPS told me that I am wasting my time by taking Police Foundations and that I do not really need it. Than I thought to myslef, why the hell would police forces come and recruit from college if this course is such a waste of time? Obviously no attempt at post-secondary education is a "waste"...

..but here is what I am getting at; I may not pass my English course this semster, thus disqualifying myself from receiving a government loan to continue my education. If that will be the case, I am going to work security full-time to save up some cash.

My question is - do I still stand a fair chance of getting into law enforcement if I choose to discontinue my college education and focus on my career in the Security industry? - all other factors put aside.

Thank you very much for your time - I could really use some guidance here.

[mikecrazy]

I would assume as long as you meet their educational requirements (i.e. 60 credits or whatever it may be) I don't see why your choice to persue a career rather than continue schooling would be an issue.

On the other hand, Canada bah :D

[TimGab]

I know Canadians are smart and all, but we only need 30 credits. :D
I'm just worried that when the CVs are laid out on the table, a guy with a college/university degree will get picked out before me and my highschool education + security experience.

[cruzmisl]

You only "need" a grade 12 education to be a Constable in Ontario but secondary education will give you some advantage. As far as what you're taking in school now I'm not sure how much benefit it will provide. I think what will be more important is your background, life experience, previous jobs, how you interview etc. They'll teach you everything you need to know in College so Police foundations is somewhat redundant IMO.

Did you pass all your ATS testing?

[canuckofapeach]

If you are focusing solely on TPS then I should inform you that most 20-something recruits are university graduates or have completed a 2 year college program. Older recruits in their 30's and 40's that lack post-secondary education have to balance the deficiency for stable, dedicated job experience on top of the requisite requirements, such as completion of the OACP cert.

You didn't state if you are in your first year much less your first semester yet I would recommend you stick to your studies and graduate. Should you decide that policing isn't for you, then you will have at least have secured a formal post-secondary education that many employers might expect in order to be considered a viable incumbent for a good job.

[JakeLock]

You crazy Canadians... wait, I should be careful what I say... I'm only an hour from you! :eek:









:D

[DayGlow]

post secondary education is not a must, but an asset.

If you do leave, I strongly adive you come clean of why you left school during the hiring process. They will look at your transcripts and if you attempt to cover up why you left it will look decietful