Police officers protect the public, detect and prevent crime and perform other activities directed at maintaining law and order.

• Completion of secondary school is required.
  
• Completion of a college program or university degree in law and security or in the social sciences is usually required.
  
• A three- to six-month police training program is required.
  
• Physical agility, strength, fitness and vision requirements must be met, and psychological or other tests are also required.
  
• Experience as a constable and the completion of specialized courses are required for detectives and sergeants.
  
• Specialized training or certification may be required for certain areas of policing.