How to become a member of SWAT?

Question

How to become a member of SWAT?

Answer 1

its usually chosen from department....i guess wen theres lik a opening for the search of one..i guess u apply for one and they review ur files of the works uve done

Answer 2

The other answers are great.  I would only add that once you are on the police department be sure you keep very physically fit.  Excercise often and keep your fitness level well above average.  Become a runner, including marathons if you can.  They consider most candidates who meets the posted criterea, but accept only the most fit individuals from that list.  Good luck!!

Answer 3

You have to be an officer already and then when there is an opening you must apply/be chosen by the SWAT Commander.

Answer 4

SWAT members are chosen from the department, so you will have to first put your time in patrol.

The department will normally advise when there is an opening. The selection process will vary between departments. It may include an application, interview, and a review of your work performance.

Answer 5

In order to be a SWAT member, you first have to be a police officer.  Then you have to put in time riding a beat.  Show through your work in the beat that you are a hard worker, self starter, don't back down, and get the job done.  Impress your bosses because they are going to have input into any transfer you request.  In the mean time, stay in shape, work out, practice at the range, and stay up to date with the latest tactics.  Take a few advanced classes through the academy for defensive tactics and firearms.

Then when an opening comes up, apply.  Go through the physical testing, firearms testing, and interview process (along with the other 100 candidates).  The field will get whittled down to about 20 good candidates, and that's where knowing one or two of the current SWAT coppers comes in handy.  They will know you, feel comfortable with you, and give you a good recommendation to their boss.

Answer 6

The SWAT team for a particular law enforcement agency is a team of officers from that agency.   If you wanted to become a member of SWAT, you will have to go through the police academy, graduate, get hired at a law enforcement agency to get experience and then try out to become a member of the team.   The process can be easy or difficult depending on the agency you work for and the number of members.      

The best bet is to concentrate on doing a precise and accurate job when you get hired on as a cop.   Do you best.  Be trustworthy and honest.   Have some integrity.    You will want the other team members to trust you and your judgment since they will be putting their lives in your hands and vice versa.