Law Enforcement

Idaho Programs:

• College of Western Idaho

• Idaho State University

Suggested Courses:

• Law enforcement classes

• AP English

• Speech

• History 11 or AP US History

Additional Common Prerequisites:

• Completion of training Program

• High school degree, some states require Bachelor's

Quick Statistics:

Median pay: $62,960 per year ($30.27/hour)

Training/degree requirements: High school diploma and training program (some counties or states require Bachelor's)

Job outlook: 7% growth (as fast as average)

For more detailed information about this career check out the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BLS Police/Detective