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How to Become a Reno Police Officer
1) Start by earning a Bachelor's or Associate's Degree (a Criminal Justice Degree is the most commonly held degree by police officers in Reno)
2) Review the additional requirements below to make sure you qualify
3) Contact the Reno Police for application materials, call 775-334-2223
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Reno Police Officer Job Description
Reno police officers patrol the city of Reno, keeping its residents safe. RPD officers often will interview and interrogate suspects, investigate crimes, support victims, respond to the scene of an accident, write reports based on their daily activities, work special events and many other duties. Reno police officers patrol on foot, by car, on motorcycle and by horse. To get a feel for what a day in the life of a Reno police officer is really like, the department offers police ride alongs. There is an application procedure to complete prior to any ride along. The application can be found on the RPD website.
Reno Police Officer Training, Prerequisites and Educational Requirements
The Reno Police requires applicants to be 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, GED, valid driver's license, not to have been convicted of a felony in Nevada, not been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, possession, or sale of a controlled substance, no conviction of physical violence 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 Reno PD candidates. Being able to speak a second language fluently is a definite plus for applicants. Once accepted to the Reno PD you will attend training at the academy and will earn a full salary. After completing training at the academy you will be in the field with a field training officer where all skills learned at the academy will be applied.
Reno Police Officer Salary and Job Outlook
The Reno PD salaries are comparable to the national average. Promotional opportunities with the Reno Police Department are available. The Reno PD also provides $1000 per year education reimbursement and educational incentives. The Bureau of Labor Statistics also reports that there will be a continued high demand for police officers through 2012 and possibly longer.
Some advanced career paths for police officers include sergeant, lieutenant, chief, crime scene technician, and others. Most of these promotions or specialties require advanced education or certification.
Request free information from the fully accredited online schools below and see how a degree in criminal justice can help you succeed in a Reno police officer career.
Online Criminal Justice Degrees
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Liberty University Online: Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Online Education Database has ranked Liberty University among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for two years in a row.
Associate's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix: University of Phoenix can help 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
Request free information from AIU to learn more about these programs.
Ivy Bridge College Online: Ivy Bridge College is affiliated with Tiffin University and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission.
Associate's of Criminal Justice in Law Enforcement
AAS - Fire Science
BSCJ - Law Enforcement, Computer Crime, Corrections, Homeland Security...
AAS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
MS in Criminal Justice
MS in Criminal Justice Global Issues
Request information to learn more about these as well as other Criminal Justice Programs at Kaplan University.
Rasmussen College Online: Locations throughout the Country - Offering Online Programs
Certificate - Police Officer Education
Associate's in Accounting - Financial Investigation
Associate's Criminal Justice
Bachelor's Criminal Justice
South University: Online
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
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
BS in Criminal Justice and The Study of the Criminal Mind
Request information from Lincoln College to learn more.
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
Request information about a Walden University degree program.
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
Request free information from Capella University to learn more.
Colorado Technical University Online:
AS in Criminal Justice - Stonecliffe College Online
BS in Criminal Justice
MS in Management - Criminal Justice
Request free information from CTU Online to learn more about their programs.
AA in Criminal Justice
Associate's in Homeland Security
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Homeland Security
Master's in Criminal Justice
Request information to learn more about these as well as other Criminal Justice Programs at Keiser University.
Bachelor's - Criminology and Criminal Justice
AA in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Master's in Criminal Justice
Master's in Cybersecurity
Request information to learn more about these as well as other Criminal Justice Programs at Virginia College.
Schools Offering Criminal Justice Degrees in Nevada
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University of Phoenix: University of Phoenix offers accredited degree programs in Criminal Justice at campuses in Las Vegas and Reno. Choose the location nearest you:
Career College of Northern Nevada: Click a Location to Request Program Information
Programs Offered: Diploma, Associate's | Paralegal, Legal Administrative Assistant
Kaplan College: Click a Location to Request Program Information
Programs Offered: Associate's | Criminal Justice
Las Vegas College: Click a Location to Request Program Information
Programs Offered: Diploma, Associate's | Court Reporting, Criminal Justice, Paralegal, Scoping Tech
University of Nevada Reno: The University of Nevada Reno offers a General Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice as well as a Pre-Law option. These programs will prepare students for careers in the field of criminal justice as well as graduate level education. Contact the Criminal Justice Department at UNR at: 775-784-6164
University of Nevada Las Vegas: The UNLV criminal justice department offers undergraduate and graduate level education in criminal justice. To learn more about UNLV's programs contact the Department of Criminal Justice at: 702-895-0238
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