Taking LAPD written test next weekend

[theEpidemic17]

Hey guys,

I'm taking the LAPD written test next weekend (Feb. 10th), and I was wondering if anyone had any pointers on how to prep for it?

From what I've gathered it's a 3 question essay. I can compose emails all day long at work and be clear and concise, but I really want to impress. Does anyone know a good, free spot on the web I can use to prep for it?

All suggestions are appreciated.

Thanks, Calgunners.

[Moemoe1]

Just be sincere in the answers and questions they ask you to write the essay on. Make it interesting and well written. Try to make as little mistakes as possible and always use punctuation.

[Eikbyrnir]

Remember grammar and punctuation. Don't go crazy with commas. Who, what , why, when, where and how. You'll do fine. It's really just basic Engrish.

[theEpidemic17]

Remember grammar and punctuation. Don't go crazy with commas. Who, what , why, when, where and how. You'll do fine. It's really just basic Engrish.

[shojivic]

Some basic things to consider:

Address the question being asked; some applicants go off on a tangent, and don't address the specific issue being asked.

Structure the essay in paragraph form, in order to accent the points you are making to answer the topic. (Sometimes using an outline, either mentally, or literally in the margin on the side, will help you structure your response in an organized manner.)

Make points using examples and supporting details. Statements without supporting details do little to explain or illustrate your ability to demonstrate capabilities outside of LAPD when addressing the topic in question.

Save a little time to review and edit your work prior to submitting. Difficult under the time constraints, but sometimes very worthwhile.

[theEpidemic17]

Some basic things to consider:



Address the question being asked; some applicants go off on a tangent, and don't address the specific issue being asked.



Structure the essay in paragraph form, in order to accent the points you are making to answer the topic. (Sometimes using an outline, either mentally, or literally in the margin on the side, will help you structure your response in an organized manner.)



Make points using examples and supporting details. Statements without supporting details do little to explain or illustrate your ability to demonstrate capabilities outside of LAPD when addressing the topic in question.



Save a little time to review and edit your work prior to submitting. Difficult under the time constraints, but sometimes very worthwhile.

Noted... thank you much!!


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[Sig so sour of ca]

What are the type of questions they ask? Is it code enforcement, or “John was walking down the street, jaywalking, what would you cite him for”?

Honestly asking.

[shojivic]

Two examples I recall from 15+ years ago...

"Describe a situation where you found yourself mediating an argument between co-workers, and how did you help to resolve the problem? What skills or resources did you use?"

"What teacher had the most influence on you growing up? Describe the qualities that teacher possessed that you admired."

[theEpidemic17]

Two examples I recall from 15+ years ago...



"Describe a situation where you found yourself mediating an argument between co-workers, and how did you help to resolve the problem? What skills or resources did you use?"



"What teacher had the most influence on you growing up? Describe the qualities that teacher possessed that you admired."

Thanks for that! I had a good example come to mind immediately for the second question. Hopefully I get that one! Lol

Thanks again.


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[Atomic Donut]

I don’t know about LAPD but I know a lot of agencies including my own are leaning towards the STAR method of testing. Situation/Task/Activity/Result. I’ve had nothing but good results when answering questions using this format.

https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-blog/star-technique-competency-based-interview

[theEpidemic17]

https://www.theguardian.com/careers/...ased-interview

Great read! I'll keep this in mind when the interview comes around. I've got plenty of examples to draw from.

Thank you!

[shojivic]

So, what format did the test use, and what questions were asked/offered?

How did it go?

[Endless]

Two examples I recall from 15+ years ago...

"Describe a situation where you found yourself mediating an argument between co-workers, and how did you help to resolve the problem? What skills or resources did you use?"

"What teacher had the most influence on you growing up? Describe the qualities that teacher possessed that you admired."

This has been part of our LAMS class in the military for years as you advance. You will see this a lot.

You don’t get this with Maine State Police. You have to have a degree at a minimum to even be considered then the interview is situational awareness.

The down side is police start at $28,000 a year here with a degree. I remember Oakland Police started at $96,000 with no degree but life expectancy was 5 years VS 15 years with Maine State Police. Crazy.