The number of professionals desiring to go on for Master s Degrees and even Doctorates is increasing each year. The courses typically recommended for college bound students are the best choice. Be sure you include algebra, biology, chemistry, and physics in your program plus all the writing courses you can take. It is often erroneously believed that only big, strong individuals will be chosen to be trained in the law enforcement and emergency services. This is not necessarily true.
Average individuals make up the majority of professionals.
Obviously you should be in good health and fit to train your body for the rigors of these professions. But you also have to be sound psychologically and motivated to constantly improve and learn. There are many kinds of tests - some written and others to evaluate physical and mental skills. Modern public safety personnel are well educated and must be able to learn new concepts and techniques rapidly. Every person considered for a position with a public safety agency will have a complete background check.