. On the job field training gives an officer training in a variety of fields to help them be a well-rounded police officer. Officers receive training in areas such as: law, community relations, firearms, vehicle driving, search and seizure, and cultural awareness. The diversity of basic curriculum that is offered to a new recruiting officer is focused on giving them the best overall training that will provide the tools and skills necessary to become the best police officer they can be. The recruiting officer needs to be orientated into the world of law enforcement by being aware of the foundations of the legal system, the functions of the criminal justice system and what role the police officer plays in the criminal justice system. A recruiting …show more content…
In order for officers to serve and protect, some issues have to be resolved. Being stress-free in law enforcement is very important. An officer's performance is diminished greatly if he or she has trouble concentrating at work. Law enforcement officers are perceived to be tough, rough, and always ready to protect and serve. Citizens feel safe when police officers are seen regularly patrolling the streets. When it comes to dealing with personal issues, officers tend to keep to themselves. Sometimes living up to those expectations can be challenging because the general public has a superhero image of law enforcement. Officers regularly deal with the worst of what society has to offer, and make special sacrifices to maintain the peace. In the process, performing daily tasks can be increasingly difficult. Unlike firefighters and paramedics, police officers are not trained to work as a group. Officers are left to work alone or with a partner. As a result, police coverage is often sparse throughout a jurisdiction. Officers today are in desperate need of a better support system. With the rising crime rate in today's society, officers can only handle so much before reaching a breaking point. As the stress of police duty builds up, an officer may soon experience anger, depression, or disillusion. Another critical issue is insufficient training that leaves an officer unprepared and inadequate to serve and protect. The importance of the police academy, field training, and in service continuous professional training as mentioned earlier are all sources of training that enhances a police officer throughout his or her career. With all of the training that officers acquire they possess the skill and knowledge that gives the people in the community confidence in them to protect them. Management and leadership also plays a significant role in succeeding as a police officer, one needs to know how to handle hostile,