Must be between 20-35 years of age. Have obtained at least a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be a U. S. citizen. Must not have any past felony convictions.

Overall good physical condition and ability. Normal range of hearing. Must not have any physical or mental conditions that prevent you from fulfilling the duties of the position. If you wear glasses or contact lenses your corrected vision must be 20/20 and your uncorrected vision must be 20/40.

Don’t drink alcoholic beverages before the test. Don’t eat three hours before the test. Avoid heavy physical exertion two hours before the test. Get a good night’s rest before the test. Talk to your doctor before undergoing the PAT. Stop taking any non-prescription medications before the test. Wear loose-fitting clothing or athletic gear for the PAT.

Run 1. 5 miles under 13 minutes and 35 seconds. Run 300 meters in under 70 seconds. Perform at least 31 sit-ups in under a minute. Perform at least 24 push-ups in under a minute.

Increase your cardiovascular endurance. Try jogging or running to improve your heart health. Build up physical and muscular strength. Weight lifting can help build muscle and strength. Improving flexibility and range of motion. Stretching or yoga can add flexibility to the body.

The test will be multiple choice and fill in the blanks. There will be around 125 questions. You have 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete the entire exam.

Study material that reviews English spelling, grammar and composition. Some books will focus specifically on how to study for law enforcement tests. Take a class that helps hone your writing and reading skills.

Keep a journal that you can write in everyday. Use a dictionary or thesaurus to broaden your vocabulary and help you use words correctly. Review your writings and read them out loud. Pay attention to the differences between your writing voice and your speaking voice. Work to improve your writing style as you do so.

Arrive five to ten minutes early. Dress professionally and have a clean personal appearance. Speak clearly and confidently during the interview.

You will undergo a physical examination to make sure you are in good health. A psychological examination will ensure that you are mentally prepared for the position. Your background check will make sure you are in good moral standing.

Training will usually last 27 weeks. You will receive your invitation letter two to four weeks before your classes begin.