Career paths
After successfully completing the Cadet Training Program, most cadets will be posted to a General Duty position in a province or territory where the RCMP polices in the community. After completing about 6 months of field coaching training at their detachment, and after several years of general duty policing, new police officers can compete for opportunities in more specialized units or areas of the RCMP. The skillset and abilities, a willingness for mobility, and the member's area of interest will be a factor in determining the timeline and potential for specialization opportunities.
General duty policing
Duties include:
- responding to emergency calls and complaints, execute search warrants and arrest criminal suspects
- patrolling assigned areas on foot, horseback, bicycle and motorized vehicles to maintain public safety and order and to enforce laws and regulations
- preparing reports to record incidents and patrol activities and to provide testimony in courts of law
- providing emergency assistance to victims of accidents, crimes and natural disasters
- monitoring traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and test persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
- controlling crowds at public events and protests and monitor suspicious and violent behaviour
- participating in crime prevention, public information, safety and community relations programs
- performing daily administrative tasks in support of law enforcement activities, such as maintaining equipment and information files
- assisting police investigators in criminal investigations
National Specialized Services
Areas of specialization include:
- Forensic Science and Identification Services
- Criminal Intelligence Services
- Air Services
- Child sexual exploitation
Learn more about National Specialized Services at the RCMP.
Federal Policing
Areas of specialization include:
- serious and organized crime
- national security
- Protective Policing
- sensitive and international investigations
- economic and financial crime
- border integrity
- cybercrime
- intelligence
Learn more about Federal Policing at the RCMP.
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