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How to Become a Phoenix Police Officer

The Phoenix Police in 1913 had only 15 sworn officers, in 2006 the Phoenix Police has over 3800 sworn officers and is one of the most prestigious departments in the country.

Phoenix Police Officer Job Description

Phoenix police officers patrol the streets of Phoenix, use forensic science to investigate crimes, collect evidence, interview and interrogate suspects, testify in court, apprehend suspects, respond to emergency calls, and other law enforcement related tasks. The main objective is to keep the citizens of Phoenix safe.

Phoenix Police Academy Training, Prerequisites and Educational Requirements

The Phoenix Police Dept requires applicants to be 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, GED or equivalent, valid driver's license, no "class A" misdemeanor or felony, no "b class" misdemeanor in last 10 years and to pass an intense background investigation and physical testing. Earning an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree will set you apart from other candidates.  State and Federal agency jobs require applicants to possess a 4-year college degree.  Being able to speak a second language fluently is a definite plus for applicants and will add $10 an hour to your hourly wage while involved in translation activities.  Once accepted to the Phoenix PD as a new recruit you will attend training at the Phoenix Police Academy for 18 weeks and will earn $19.23 per hour.  After the Phoenix PD academy new police officers will be in the field with a Phoenix PD field training officer where all skills learned at the academy will be applied.

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Phoenix Police Officer Salary and Job Outlook

The Phoenix Arizona Police pay new Police Officers between $40,913 and $60,881. In a program exclusive to the Phoenix PD, police officers earn credits based on their proficiencies including degrees held up to $7305.79 per year.

Advanced career paths for Phoenix police officers include sergeant, lieutenant, chief and more. Most of these promotions or specialties require advanced education. The Phoenix Police Department will reimburse up to $3974 per year for tuition, lab fees and books.

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Online Criminal Justice Degrees in Phoenix

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University of Phoenix Online: University of Phoenix will prepare you for careers in the field of criminal justice. University of Phoenix is the largest private university in the country and is dedicated to their students.

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Organizational Security & Management
MS in Administration of Justice and Security
Information Systems Security Certificate

American InterContinental University:

BSCJ - Law Enforcement
Associates in Criminal Justice Administration
Bachelor's - Computer Forensics
BSCJ - Forensic Science
BSCJ - Special Populations

Kaplan University:

AAS in Criminal Justice
AASCJ - Corrections, Law Enforcement, Private Security
BS in Criminal Justice
BSCJ - Law Enforcement, Computer Crime, Corrections, Homeland Security...

Rasmussen College Online: Locations throughout the Country - Offering Online Programs

Certificate - Police Officer Education
Associate's in Accounting - Financial Investigation
Associate's Criminal Justice
Associate's Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's Criminal Justice

South University: Online

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Cyber Crime
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Juvenile Justice

Lincoln College Online:

BS in Criminal Justice and The Study of the Criminal Mind

Capella University:

BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Public Safety - Emergency Management
MS in Criminal Justice
MS in Public Safety - Emergency Management
MS in Public Safety Leadership
PhD Programs - Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, and Public Safety Leadership

Walden University Online: Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

BS in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
BS in Criminal Justice - Management & Administration
BS in Criminal Justice - Computer Info Syst & Security
BS in Criminal Justice - Crime & Criminals
BS in Criminal Justice - Human Services for CJ
MPA - Homeland Security and Policy Coordination
PhD in Public Policy - Homeland Security

Herzing University:

AS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
BS in Homeland Security

Keiser University:

AA in Criminal Justice
Associate's in Homeland Security
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Homeland Security
Bachelor's in Legal Studies
Master's in Criminal Justice

Virginia College:

AA in Criminal Justice
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Master's in Criminal Justice
Master's in Cybersecurity

Campus Criminal Justice Programs in AZ

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University of Phoenix:

Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's, Masters | Criminal Justice Administration, Administration of Justice and Security

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Phoenix Area Campuses: Chandler, Phoenix (Northwest), Phoenix (Hohkam Campus), Phoenix (West Valley), Tempe, and Mesa.
Southern Arizona Campuses: Fort Huachuca, Tucson (River Road), Tucson (Williams Centre), Nogales, Sierra Vista, and Yuma

Everest College:

Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Mesa and Phoenix

Argosy University:

Programs Offered: Master's | Forensic Psychology

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Phoenix

Brown Mackie College:

Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Tucson

Devry University:

Programs Offered: Bachelor's, Master's | Criminal Justice, Certified Fraud Examiner, Technical Mgmt, Technical Mgmt-Criminal Justice

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Mesa, Phoenix (undergrad), and Phoenix (grad)

Northern Arizona University:

Programs Offered: Bachelor's, Master's | Criminal Justice

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Flagstaff