Police recruit requirements change in Colorado Springs - KRDO

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The Colorado Springs Police Department has changed its rules for becoming a police officer. Before, you needed a college degree or 60 college credits. Now, you only need a high school diploma or GED. This change was made because it's hard to find enough police officers. The department hopes this will encourage more people, especially those with military or trade backgrounds, to apply. Officials say that even though the education requirement is lower, all the other tough tests, like background checks and physical exams, are still the same. Other cities like Denver and Pueblo have made similar changes.