i really want to be a detective but i know that i first have to a cop. i would also like to know if i can be a detective with just the associates degree?
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August 30th, 2010 @7:40 am
You can be a cop with just a high school degree. Some places less. But if you want to be a detective, more education would be better.

Yes, you have to be a patrol officer first. But, having an associate degree will put you ahead of applicants and you will move up in rank quicker. Hope this helps