MOS 5811 Military Police
MOS 5811 Military Police
MOS Description
Military Police perform assigned military law enforcement duties to uphold the criminal justice system, maintain good order and discipline, and support the commander's law enforcement and security requirements in peacetime and combat operations. Typical duties include foot and motorized patrol, control of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, crime prevention/physical security, Desk Sergeant, Communications Dispatcher, Squad Leader, Watch Commander, Platoon Sergeant, Operations Chief, and Provost Sergeant Billets. MOS 5811 is very demanding in that the Military Police are confronted with every form of violation and criminal liability, misdemeanor through felony.

National Certifications
You selected Early Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E1-E3. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.
You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E4-E5. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You selected Late Career-- this applies to Marines in paygrades E6-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Marines who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.
As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.
You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Marines who plan to stay in the Corps and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you
The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 5811 Military Police. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.
For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.Compare | Credential | Agency | Related As | Attainability | COOL$ | GI Bill® | Accreditation | ID | |
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CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Is Not In Demand | ASIS International | ![]() |
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Certified Legal Investigator (CLI) Is Not In Demand | National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI) | ![]() |
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Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) Is Not In Demand | ASIS International | ![]() |
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Physical Security Professional (PSP) Is Not In Demand | ASIS International | ![]() |
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Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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CompTIA Security+ ce
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Early Adolescence Through Young Adulthood/Career and Technical Education Is Not In Demand | National Board for Professional Teaching Standards | ![]() |
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Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) Is Not In Demand | International Association of Arson Investigators | ![]() |
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Certified Insurance Fraud Investigator (CIFI) Is Not In Demand | International Association of Special Investigation Units (IASIU) | ![]() |
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Accredited Traffic Accident Reconstructionist Is Not In Demand | Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) | ![]() |
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Certified Corrections Officers/Juvenile (CCO/JUV) Is Not In Demand | American Correctional Association (ACA) | ![]() |
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Certified Corrections Supervisor/Juvenile (CCS/JUV) Is Not In Demand | American Correctional Association (ACA) | ![]() |
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Certified Corrections Manager/Juvenile (CCM/JUV) Is Not In Demand | American Correctional Association (ACA) | ![]() |
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Certified Corrections Executive/Juvenile (CCE/JUV) Is Not In Demand | American Correctional Association (ACA) | ![]() |
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Certified Corrections Manager/Security Threat Group (CCM/STG) Is Not In Demand | American Correctional Association (ACA) | ![]() |
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Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) Is Not In Demand | National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) | ![]() |
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Certified Correctional Trainer (CCT) Is Not In Demand | American Jail Association (AJA) | ![]() |
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State Licenses
Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
Apprenticeship
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.
USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.
The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 5811 Military Police:
Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.
Related Civilian Occupations
The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 5811 Military Police. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.
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Correctional Officers and Jailers |
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Crossing Guards and Flaggers |
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Detectives and Criminal Investigators |
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Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs |
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Emergency Management Directors |
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First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers |
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First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives |
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Intelligence Analysts |
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Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan |
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Office Clerks, General |
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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers |
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Police Identification and Records Officers |
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Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists |
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Security Guards |
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Training and Development Managers |
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Training and Development Specialists |
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Transit and Railroad Police |
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Transportation Security Screeners |
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The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 5811 Military Police. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
- 0006 - Correctional Institution Administration Series
- 0007 - Correctional Officer Series
- 0072 - Fingerprint Identification Series
- 0080 - Security Administration Series
- 0082 - United States Marshal Series
- 0083 - Police Series
- 0085 - Security Guard Series
- 1805 - Investigative Analysis Series
- 1811 - Criminal Investigation Series
- 1881 - Customs and Border Protection Interdiction Series
- 1895 - Customs and Border Protection Series
- 1896 - Border Patrol Enforcement Series
A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 5811 Military Police military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS MOS 5811 Military Police can be found below.
Department of Energy (DOE)
The Department of Energy (DOE) is responsible for the Nuclear Material Courier (Federal Agent) Training Program. Prior experience, which may have been gained in the Armed Forces, is required for this program. Information can be found on the Office of Secure Transportation (OST) website.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
0080: Professional Security Specialist
Overview: This series includes positions that cover primary duties responsible for analytical, planning, advisory, operational, or evaluative work. The principal purpose is for the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, facilities, operations, or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss.
Duties at CBP: This position serves as a program manager or Security Program Officer with responsibility for performing assignments necessary to support the agency's efforts to safeguard its personnel, property, equipment, classified information, and all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) assets. Typical work assignments may include:
- Representing CBP or DHS on security issues as a member of the departmental, agency, and inter-agency or inter-organizational workgroups as emerging issues mandate; and providing expert advice and assistance to senior management officials on security matters related to personnel, property, information, and CBP and/or DHS assets;
- Evaluating the sensitivity determination for each position; and reviewing, evaluating, and adjudicating reports of investigation, personnel files, and other records to determine whether to grant, deny, revoke, suspend, or restrict security clearances, consistent with national security and/or suitability issues;
- Assisting in coordinating the review and inspection of DHS facilities regarding clearance and access control; interacting with other agencies on a myriad of security issues; conducting, controlling, coordinating, monitoring, and reviewing security procedures and operations within the agency, the Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, international organizations, and state and local governments upon request; and evaluating existing security practices and making recommendations to correct any identified deficiencies;
- Identifying security matters covering areas such as the level and kind of security work to be performed; developing access control policies and procedures; resolving clearance and access security issues, and conducting inspections and assessments and offering corrective measures for deficiencies;
- Serving as an agency representative to the Operations Security program and coordinating Operational Security (OPSEC) programs within the agency to ensure that all employees are familiar with issues relating to the OPSEC program; preparing clearance and access survey directives and reports; assisting in reviewing sensitive clearance and access activities; and advising appropriate officials concerning the agency's maintenance of standards regarding its clearance and access OPSEC policies and recommending appropriate policy changes;
- Carrying out Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) policy established by the Director, Central Intelligence, relating to personnel and physical security within the agency; evaluating and adjudicating employee background investigations; advising supervisors of the procedures for adverse security determinations and employee rights; developing guidelines and procedures for special access approval; and interacting with other agencies in order to coordinate the review and inspection of facilities where SCI materials are discussed, stored, reviewed, and processed.
Locations: Various
1802: Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Technician
Overview: This job series covers positions responsible for technical and clerical duties requiring the application of specialized knowledge of procedures, techniques, regulations, and office automation systems. The work serves to ensure adherence to provisions of CBP laws and regulations and requires extensive but less than a full specialist or officer training and capability.
Duties at CBP: Work within this job series requires a CBP Technician who will become professional performing technical duties requiring the application of specialized knowledge of procedures, techniques, regulations, and information. Typical work assignments include:
- Preparing complex broker/import cases for decision by a specialist, and reviewing declarations and cargo manifests for completeness and compliance with applicable regulations;
- Examining cargo and merchandise; applying appropriate tariff number, valve, and rate of duty and tax to merchandise; comparing passenger baggage to declarations;
- Coordinating and processing of data (permits, entries, declarations) into various automated systems;
- Assisting and providing support to CBP Officers and Agricultural Specialists on inspections, intelligence, analysis and examination of passengers, baggage and conveyances and cargo;
- Operating scanning equipment to review contents of packages; screening incoming parcels for completeness of declarations, admissibility, entry status, and contraband.
Locations: Various
1889: Import Specialist
Overview: This job series covers positions that apply compliance and import knowledge to offer advice and guidance on classification, marking, origin, admissibility, and applicability of trade agreements and all other import related commercial operations activities.
Duties at CBP: Work within this job series requires an Import Specialist to perform a variety of duties that involve furnishing authoritative information and advice to field-based Import Specialists, so as to ensure the uniformity and accuracy of their decisions. Typical work assignments may include:
- Preparing advanced binding tariff classification rulings to importers and other interested persons and referring tariff related information to enhance the effectiveness of national cargo and entry summary selectivity;
- Preparing reports for the Assistant Chief Counsel (United States Court of International Trade) on court cases, protests for further review and re-appraisement cases recommending the government's position utilizing data and opinions developed in the office;
- Conducting national commodity seminars, webinars, port visits, and mini-seminars to promote accuracy and uniformity of CBP decisions nationwide; and
- Promoting Informed Compliance activities by conducting public outreach presentations and preparing Informed Compliance Publications on trade-related issues.
Locations: Various; Washington, DC
Law Enforcement
Corrections
There are many opportunities for people with military law enforcement corrections training and experience in the government and private sectors. Links to government agencies and private sector employers in the corrections field are below:
- State Departments of Corrections
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services
- U.S. Marshals Service, Detention Enforcement/Prisioner Operations
- Corrections Corporation of America
- American Correctional Association (ACA)
Security/Force Protection
There are many opportunities for people with military police/force protection training and experience. A number of federal agencies employ law enforcement personnel; information on current law enforcement opportunities in the federal government can be found at:
- Bureau of Diplomatic Security
- Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services
- Drug Enforcement Agency
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
- Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Service
- Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration
- U.S. Secret Service
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Marshals Service
Portals
The requirements of law enforcement jobs vary, however, people with military police/force protection training and experience are usually qualified and often sought after for these careers. The following sites provide portals to information on law enforcement jobs:
In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.
For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see:
Additional information pertaining to MOS 5811 Military Police can be found below.
National Police Officer Selection Test (POST)
The National Police Officer Selection Test (POST) is an entry-level basic skills test that helps law enforcement agencies select the most qualified applicants by ensuring that candidates possess the basic cognitive skills necessary to successfully perform the job.
The POST is a valid, job-related test designed specifically for law enforcement use, which measures these basic skills:
- Arithmetic
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar and Incident Report Writing.
Increase your department's hiring efficiency by using the POST to ensure candidates possess the fundamental skills to succeed in training and on the job.
The POST exam is used for law enforcement officer selection by a variety of municipal, county, state and federal agencies. In addition, the POST has been mandated as the statewide entry-level test by the states of Iowa and Utah. The POST is the official test of 25 state Police Chief Associations. All of these agencies thoroughly researched the available exams and determined that those offered by Stanard & Associates, Inc. were of the highest quality.
If you have any questions, please contact Stanard & Associates at 1-800-367-6919 or visit the POST website.
PoliceTraining.net
PoliceTraining.net provides a portal to information on law enforcement training programs.