Can I join the police if I have Aspergers?

I have been diagnosed with Asperger’s which a form of autism. Can I join the Police? You may still be able to join but might require reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act. It would be very helpful to see the report from when you had your diagnostic assessment.

Does Aspergers count as special needs?

If a school aged student is diagnosed with high functioning Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome (hereinafter referred to collectively as “Asperger’s”) and has special needs that rise to the level of requiring special education services, he or she would be classified and receive an Individualized Education Plan (“IEP”).

What strengths can someone with Aspergers have?

Possible Strengths:

• Average to very high intelligence.
• Good verbal skills; rich vocabulary.
• Ability to absorb and retain large amounts of information, especially about topics of special interest.
• Ability to think in visual images.
• Be self-motivated, independent learners.

Can someone with Asperger’s get a job?

Jobs need to be chosen that make use of the strengths of people with autism or Asperger’s syndrome. Both high and low functioning people have very poor short-term working memory, but they often have a better long-term memory than most normal people.

Can you join the Army with autism?

According to the U.S. Air Force Medical Standards Directory, Autism Spectrum Disorder is not disqualifying for continued military service unless it is currently–or has a history of–compromising military duty or training.

Can an autistic person become a firefighter?

Autism. You may or may not be allowed to be a firefighter with autism. While those with most with severe (low-functioning) autism will not be able to perform the essential job tasks of a firefighter (listed above), someone with less severe (high-functioning) autism may have no issues.

Can you claim disability for Aspergers?

Children or adults with Asperger’s syndrome may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Children are limited to SSI (Supplemental Security Income). To qualify for benefits, the parent’s must meet strict income guidelines and it must be shown that the child has significant impairment in: learning.

What is the relationship between autism and the police?

Increasingly, media outlets are reporting instances whereby police officers are confronting subjects on the streets and encountering behaviors of some as “resisting verbal commands” and “obstructing justice,” among others. Eventually, the presence of autism is discovered after these police/civilian engagements.

Can you become a police officer if you have ADHD?

As far as I’m aware, you need to at least have a high school diploma, and need to go to police academy. Now, ADHD might make those tasks hard. But if you keep yourself in check well enough and use Ritalin or other ADHD meds, it’ll be hard to tell if you even have ADHD.

Can I carry a weapon if I have Asperger’s?

Therefore, you can’t always carry a weapon. There’s also a negative stigma to the diagnosis, even if unmedicated. Obviously, the attention span is going to be an issue if unmitigated.

Can I become a police officer if I have bipolar disorder?

However, if your condition might affect your ability to perform as a police officer, then the answer would be yes- it could affect your chances. It also depends of course, on the severity of your condition , and whether you can control it with medication.