Becoming a sniper requires more than just being a good shot. Physical and psychological condition, ability to interpret information, and a strong service record are all important factors. Military and police snipers have different missions and training. To become a police sniper, one must first become a police officer and serve for at least a year before applying for SWAT training. Military marksmen must excel in training and pass a battery of tests before being sent to sniper school. Some people do both military and law enforcement careers.
If you want to become a sniper, know that being a good shot is just one aspect of being a sniper. Several factors are used in the selection and training of a sniper, including physical and psychological condition, ability to interpret information quickly and accurately, and record of performance. There are also different types of snipers: military and police snipers may have similar job titles, but their missions and training are very different.
If you want to work for a police or military force, the first step on the path to becoming a sniper is to establish a strong service record, because snipers are chosen by recommendation and service record counts for a lot. Good candidates have no records of disciplinary actions in their service records and ideally should receive praise for good service, as well as support from at least one senior officer who can recommend them for sniper training.
To become a police sniper also known as a sniper, you first need to become a police officer. Being a police officer involves applying for and being accepted into training, completing training, and joining a police force. Most police snipers are chosen from special divisions such as the SWAT team, so you will need to serve as an officer for at least one year before applying to the SWAT team and receiving SWAT training.
After training as a SWAT officer, you may express an interest in qualifying as a sniper. Depending on department policies, you may be able to test immediately, or you may be able to wait and serve for a set period of time before applying. While waiting to qualify you can practice your shooting skills as you will need to be an expert marksman and you can also distinguish yourself as an officer. After you can test for a position as a sniper, you will be given a written test, a physical exam, and a psychological evaluation. If accepted, you will receive marksman training.
Military marksmen begin by joining the military and selecting an occupational specialty that includes marksmen. Different branches of the military are organized differently; therefore, if you want to become a sniper, talk to a recruiting agent about the best service and specialty to choose. Once accepted into the military, you will need to complete basic training and excel in training in order to be able to volunteer for sniper training and be recommended.
Once recommended for training, you will need to pass a battery of tests. The military wants snipers with keen eyesight, peak physical condition, and the ability to pass psychological tests. Snipers are also expected to qualify as experienced marksmen and demonstrate strong service records, with good moral character and a solid history of service as a soldier. If a candidate passes the screening, he or she will be sent to sniper school to learn the ins and outs of the trade.
As military and law enforcement careers intersect, some people do both. For example, you can qualify and serve as a military sniper, then join the police after leaving the service by applying for a sniper position on the SWAT team. On the other hand, you can enlist in the military after serving as a police officer and indicate interest in serving as a sniper after completing your basic training.
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