Also called: Department of Veterans Affairs Police
A federal police officer who protects veterans, staff, and visitors at VA hospitals and clinics.
VA police patrol hospital campuses, help calm veterans in crisis, respond to emergencies, and work with mental health teams. Many are veterans themselves.
Federal pay. Estimate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 1 year after high school. High school diploma or military experience, plus VA law enforcement training.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Military. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Criminal Justice.
Growing about average. Steady demand.
Low risk for 10 years. Cameras and alerts help; calming veterans in crisis and responding on a hospital campus stay human.
Classes: Psychology, Health, PE / fitness.
Official data: O*NET occupation 33-3051.
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