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Sept 21, 2003 21:45:43 GMT -5
Post by RideAlongWithMe on Sept 21, 2003 21:45:43 GMT -5
Just a comment on ride-a-longs, an E Div perspective. Detachments don't always like them because code-3 driving and pursuits are NOT allowed with civilians in the car....so you can see the issue there. Yes, some ride-a-longs have done the code-3 thing, but it is a policy issue that more and more members are not willing to take the heat for. Also, you become another safety issue to worry about when the going gets tough, so this makes it less desirable to have a ride-a-long....specifically from a supervisors point of view. And lastly, some members like to take a call, do the paper work or the paper work for a past investigation (if time permits) then go back on the road. Having a ride-a-long makes this dificult to do.....who wants to watch a fellow type, flip through papers, and what not.
Anyways, just a few of the reasons why ride-a-longs may be getting harder to get. Of course this all varies from detachment, division, individual member, etc.
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Sept 21, 2003 23:32:50 GMT -5
Post by hockeyguy on Sept 21, 2003 23:32:50 GMT -5
hey all,
just wanted some quick opinions on my application. right nowim 18 and was wondering if it would be a good idea to try the RPAT soon, get my foot in the door so to speak. Right now im attending my first of college (criminal justice) and i think it would be a good idea. Just want to pick some brains (some other younger guys out there maybe), oh and p.s i dont need the "your too young speech" and "you need life experience"because ive crammed a lot of experiences into my 18 years so yeah...well anyway just like to pick some brains out there! good luck to everyone and look forward to a reply!
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Cab
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Sept 22, 2003 1:02:41 GMT -5
Post by Cab on Sept 22, 2003 1:02:41 GMT -5
hockeyguy, I'll give you an opinion...it may not be quick though.
At 18 I was not mature enough nor did I have some good life experience to draw from (looking back with about ten years of more life experience) to be a cop. In saying that, in my late 20's I have met some very mature and competent 18 year olds and I am amazed at how I was not like that at that age. So if you are one of those, then apply. The worst that can happen is that you get deferred at the interview and you will have gained some great exposure going through the process.
I kind of think that getting some years in at post-secondary education is important, but that is just me. I am not an advocate of the criminal justice programs out there though. You learn a lot of stuff that you will learn at Depot or another police academy. So when you graduate from Depot, your college education is now meaningless to your police career. And if you don't go into policing, you diploma is somewhat useless. I know some people on this forum have a criminal justice diploma and may have a different opinion, but do you see my point? And as most on this forum will tell you the rcmp will not look more favorable on a criminal justice diploma over a computer science one.
I don't want to discourage you.....keep up the college, but remember that only 10% of applicants will make it to Depot. Who knows if you will injure yourself over the next few years because some arse hole ran a red light...thus DQ'ing you during the medical. It would be nice to fall back on a teaching, social work, or nursing degree/diploma.
God I ramble on and on..........
So my bottom line is apply. If you are the mature guy you elude to, then it should work out. However, don't be in a rush. Education is important, can help in the future, and you won't be able to be as free spirited as you can be at 18....then as you will be as a 19 or 20 year old cop...and under the publics high standard watchful and opinionated eye.
Heard enough yet? I hope it works out for you.
The old Cab.
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Sept 22, 2003 1:11:47 GMT -5
Post by RJB2004 on Sept 22, 2003 1:11:47 GMT -5
I'll second everything the very wise Cab said. ;D
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Sept 22, 2003 11:37:48 GMT -5
Post by Goose on Sept 22, 2003 11:37:48 GMT -5
Yeah, I'll go with what the old wise owl Cab said and add some mother Goose to it:
Age is irrelevant, it is your maturity, your take on life, and your understanding of life. But be honest about your maturity....do you feel comfortable and fit in socializing with people in their mid-20's? Don't be in a rush to get a career....travel see the world. You may be like this already, and have seen the world....just remember that there are few cadets under 20 at Depot...not saying it doesn't happen, but the interview is a lot more difficult for them.
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Impy
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Sept 22, 2003 15:56:03 GMT -5
Post by Impy on Sept 22, 2003 15:56:03 GMT -5
Apply..... just remember to keep your stick down and your head up.
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Sept 22, 2003 16:55:07 GMT -5
Post by Observer on Sept 22, 2003 16:55:07 GMT -5
If you get excited by the flashing lights in Impy's picture...you need some growing up to do (this applies to all). If you realize that policing is much much more than that, nothing wrong with applying.
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Sept 22, 2003 18:42:40 GMT -5
Post by Observer original on Sept 22, 2003 18:42:40 GMT -5
If you get excited by the flashing lights in Impy's picture...you need some growing up to do (this applies to all). If you realize that policing is much much more than that, nothing wrong with applying. Now there is another guest posting as "Observer", guess its time for me to get a full membership here  |
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Sept 22, 2003 20:37:10 GMT -5
Post by Captain Airport on Sept 22, 2003 20:37:10 GMT -5
If you get excited by the flashing lights in Impy's picture...you need some growing up to do (this applies to all). If you realize that policing is much much more than that, nothing wrong with applying. If we didn't get excited by the action bits of being a cop then we'd all become stockbrokers. |
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Sept 22, 2003 21:54:57 GMT -5
Post by Observer copy cat on Sept 22, 2003 21:54:57 GMT -5
I am offensive to all I guess. I will try to think of a more unique 'guest' handle the next time I give my two bits. I thought "observer" and "guest" were just generic names for all...ah, the challenges life brings.  |
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Sept 23, 2003 0:13:00 GMT -5
Post by peichick on Sept 23, 2003 0:13:00 GMT -5
Hey guys, well I have been following this thread for awhile now.. yes, yes I was being a lurker...
but getting close to the journey and hoping I will be out running and freezing my nose hairs with some of you!
Getting pretty far in the process myself..(be back to update later)
just wanted to say hello and congratulations to all those who have already gone... and for those who are in the process.hopefully see you there..for those who didn't make it (this time around) I felt your pain, as much as I could without being in the situation myself.
so hello.. and I will be back! great thread, everybody keep me posted
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Sept 23, 2003 0:54:29 GMT -5
Post by hockeyguy on Sept 23, 2003 0:54:29 GMT -5
hi there
yeah no i realize that a CJ diploma will not give me a fallback option BUT i dont want a fallback option really, the RCMP is what i have wanted to do for quite a number of years so i feel it is a step in the right direction.
Yes i am 18 and I do lack some certain life experiences that are essential to policing. i feel that my time in college will give me a few more of them.
I have been around the RCMP in many many ways to date (not ass kissing or anything just familiarizing) and i fully realize that policing is not just cops and robbers, shoot em up type stuff and understand the full spectrum of the job and have seen most aspects of the job first hand (boring and exciting). So im not some 10 year old who "saw the lights and sirens and got excited". this is exactly the types of attitudes that some older people have of younger people like myself who are in fact mature, but i guess some people dont realize that. (no disrespect intended guys).
well as far paths im gonna go on so far before the RCMP, ive toyed with the idea of Canada Customs and MAYBE the CF before ultimately the RCMP. I just feel that policing is a lot of responsibility and duty to bear at this point to be quite honest, although i would never turn down a job offer and i am not scared of it at all. but let me know where you guys stand as far as Customs goes, just think it would be a good avenue to look into prior to the RCMP. look forward to reply
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Sept 23, 2003 1:45:37 GMT -5
Post by Goose on Sept 23, 2003 1:45:37 GMT -5
Welcome aboard peichick...it is good to have some more female voices/opinions on this board. Look forward to your timeline to see how the PEI recruiters do (if you are in fact from there) Hockeydude, I have two friends with Customs. Both went in as students wanting to go into policing.....one went on to policing, the other stayed with customs and is not sure if he wants policing anymore. So for an experience, it is probably a good one. CF is not too bad either....just got to watch out for the wack jobs that get into that job. Don't take offense to anything someone says on this forum..ok. There are some that like to stir the crap, some are just negative, others may be disgruntled ex-applicants. I fall into the crap stir with a twist of lemon sunshine category  Generally the ones with the 'guest' accounts are the negative nellies.....ah...wait a minute.  |
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Sept 23, 2003 7:01:36 GMT -5
Post by guest on Sept 23, 2003 7:01:36 GMT -5
See you in hell
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Sept 23, 2003 9:59:43 GMT -5
Post by journey2cps-redux on Sept 23, 2003 9:59:43 GMT -5
The "See you in Hell" poster has returned!!! Gather quickly children, and gaze upon his/her greatness! All hail the Prince of darkness! No not Ozzy!! Jeez...  Still waiting for my confirmation on the reservations btw... ;D ;D ;D |
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Generally the ones with the 'guest' accounts are the negative nellies.....ah...wait a minute. 
