6.5. Recruitment and Hiring in Policing 
TIFFANY MOREY 
Learning Objectives 
After reading this section, students will be able to: 
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Describe the parts of the written test 
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Discuss why a candidate must study, study, study, for the oral board interview 
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Explain the type of questions on an oral board interview 
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List the different types of a physical agility test 
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Explain why departments are starting to utilize the assessment center test 
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Recognize why a candidate’s background is the most important part of the testing process 
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Describe why candidates fear the psychological evaluation 
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Understand the B-Pad Video Test 
Critical Thinking Questions 
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What is on the written test? 
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How should a candidate study for the oral board interview? 
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What is the best way to prepare for the physical agility test? 
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How can a candidate prepare for an assessment center? 
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What is the best way to start preparing for the background investigation and interview? 
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Does the psychological evaluation only check if a candidate is psycho or crazy? 
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