A career in law enforcement can be personally and financially rewarding. You can choose to work in local law enforcement as a police officer, or in federal law enforcement as an FBI agent. Both types of law enforcement positions have stringent requirements. The testing process includes a written examination, physical fitness test, and often a polygraph test. Not only that, but a thorough background and credit check will be done.1. Obtain your high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). This is a requirement for every type of law enforcement position.2. Pursue a college education. While not every law enforcement position requires this, most require at least a two year degree. Many of the positions, especially federal jobs, require a four year bachelor’s degree.3. Research the