You may drop the application off or mail it in. An advisor will get in touch with you to set up an interview. An interview will be set up at that time. Police work is very demanding. Police officers need good writing skills, good spelling, proper grammar, math skills, a basic understanding of science and common sense.
School is the foundation to a career in law enforcement.
Your attendance in school is just as important, as it shows that you are a person who is dependable. Police officers must cover shifts, must be on time for their shift and need to be self-motivated. All of these characteristics will be looked at in order to determine if you will be allowed to become a police explorer. Goals are set for each explorer so that they are not overwhelmed with the demands of learning. A first year explorer would be expected to attend the Police Cadet Academy.