Can you become a police officer as a first job?

You could. Requirements to become a police officer vary and how you become a police officer varies depending on the police department. Some relatively common minimum requirements include having at least a high school diploma or ged, being a citizen, being at least 21 years old, having a valid driver's license, and having no felony convictions. Some relatively common steps in hiring processes include application, written test, physical fitness test, interview, drug test, medical examination, and background investigation. Getting police officer jobs is becoming more and more competitive. If you want to become a police officer, do whatever you can to make yourself the best candidate that you can. For example, don't do anything illegal, maintain a good reputation, keep a good driving record, don't get bad credit, improve all of your communication skills as much as possible, and become as physically fit as you can. Consider getting a college degree if you don't have one. Consider local, county, state, and federal jobs. Best of luck!