retiring from being a cop! I am considering going to college to get a degree, but I haven’t figured out what to major in or what college to go to. Has anyone heard of retired cops doing this?

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I don't know of any, but that doesn't have to stop you, if you want to do it I'm sure you can do it. You can look for a career that you are passionate about and that you really like.

I know a person who retired because he couldn't handle the weight we carry as police officers, it turned out that his thing was the law and now he is an excellent lawyer. Yes you can!

This is a great idea! You have a lot of life experience and knowledge that can be put to good use in the college classroom. Plus, you likely have a strong work ethic and discipline, which are also great traits for students. I'm sure you'll be successful in whatever you choose to study. Best of luck!

Yes, I've heard of retired cops going to college to get a degree in something related to law enforcement. It's a great way to continue your career in a different capacity and learn more about the criminal justice system. I'm sure you'll find many colleges that offer programs in criminal justice or law enforcement that would be a great fit for you. Good luck!

It's not really feasible to go to college and get a degree after retiring from being a cop. The job market for someone without a degree is already tough, and it would be even tougher for someone who's retired from a career in law enforcement. There are plenty of other ways to use your skills and knowledge from policing, so I would recommend pursuing those instead of going back to school.

Good for you pal, well done! Yes, a lot of retired cops go back to school to have a second career. It's common for them to become security guards for obvious reasons as well. But if you want to avoid really physically exhausting work, you could become a probation officer.

For sure. When you're retired you can do anything you choose; so the best course of action is to decide what you want to do next. Get a degree in something that is related to whatever interests you most. It's also a good idea to look into certificate programs, they are way more affordable and let you get specialized training for some fields.

A lot of people will tell you to stick with law enforcement, but that's not an imperative by any means. I know a retired cop who got training as a phlebotomist (drawing blood from patients) and while it definitely isn't my speed, he loves it.

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