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Police Testing 101: What Every Applicant Needs to Know Before The Written Test Day
Understanding the Police Written Exam The written exam isn’t designed to trick you — it’s designed to measure how you think, read, and follow directions under pressure. Most agencies use variations of standardized tests such as PELLET-B, FrontLine National, or general aptitude exams that assess: Reading comprehension Grammar and spelling Report writing logic Situational judgment and reasoning Basic math and data interpretation The key isn’t brilliance — it’s precision and co

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The Badge at Home: Being Thankful and Staying Connected to Family During the Journey
The road to becoming a police officer is demanding. Between the written exams, fitness training, and preparing for interviews, it’s easy to lose sight of the people cheering you on. As we approach Thanksgiving, this is your reminder that family isn’t just part of your support system—they’re the reason you’re doing this. Gratitude as a Foundation for Service Every strong officer I’ve worked with carried one thing into the field: gratitude. It’s what reminds you why you serve,

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How Hard Is It to Become a Police Officer? The Truth from a 20-Year Veteran
Becoming a police officer isn’t just about passing a test—it’s about demonstrating readiness, consistency, and integrity across every stage of the hiring process. Over my 20 years in law enforcement, including time spent in recruiting, I’ve seen thousands of applications come across my desk. Some stood out immediately. Others failed before they even began. The Real Timeline Applicants often underestimate the time it takes from submitting an application to stepping foot in the

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Memorial Day 2025- Is This The Only Time We Recognize What Was Earned By Sacrifice? -Lt. Skip
Memorial Day: A Moment for Gratitude, a Lifetime of Honor Today, flags fly at half-staff. Cemeteries are adorned with small, fluttering...

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Mastering the Police Application Process: A Guide to Physical Fitness
Are you ready to take on the challenging yet rewarding journey of becoming a police officer? The process of applying to law enforcement...

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Sep 9, 20243 min read
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Why Should You Become A Police Officer?
Being a police officer is more than just a job; it's a calling to serve and protect the people in your town. To become a police officer...

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Jun 17, 20242 min read
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Why Would You Want To Be A Police Officer?
Entering the law enforcement profession is more than just a career choice—it's a calling that demands unwavering dedication, resilience,...

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May 21, 20242 min read
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Becoming A Police Officer in 2024 What Applicants Need To Know!
Let's take a minute to gather around for a heart-to-heart on the realities and challenges of wearing the police badge in our modern...

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Apr 6, 20242 min read
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Mastering the Police Written Exam: Your Blueprint for Success
Aspiring law enforcement officers, Embarking on a career in law enforcement is a noble pursuit, requiring dedication, integrity, and a...

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Mar 10, 20243 min read
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Overcoming Barriers and How Long It Takes To Become A Police Officer
Look, I get it. The idea of becoming a police officer can seem out of reach. You might think you have to be exceptional in so many...

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Oct 26, 20231 min read
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How Can you Tell If Law Enforcement Career is Right for You?
If you're considering a career in law enforcement, it can be helpful to consider several key factors to determine if the field is right...

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Feb 11, 20231 min read
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What Your Employment History Can Do To Your Police Test.
Hey guys, it's Lieutenant Skip here with "Earn My Badge." Today I want to write about your employment history; how departments look at...

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Nov 25, 20222 min read
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Do I Need A College Degree To Become A Police Officer?
Hey, it's Lieutenant Skip with Earn My Badge. Today we are going to be answering one of your questions. So, let's get started. Today's...

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Aug 16, 20222 min read
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What We Expect Of Ourselves
As a Lieutenant, I see phenomenal work that men and women have done each week under my supervision. They're asked to accomplish tasks...

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Jul 24, 20221 min read
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Simple words to describe the police career.
What a person who passed the police application will soon be a part of.

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Jun 17, 20221 min read
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The Police Application Process is Too Long! Why?
If you are a sharp applicant, you realize the application to become a police officer takes a long time. Find out and help prepare yourself!

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May 15, 20224 min read
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Repeat Offenders Tied to Increase in Crime Rates in New York
As reported by Rocco Parascandola with the New York Daily News. Crime surged 44% in the New York during the first three months of 2022 —...

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Apr 10, 20221 min read
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Police Oral Board Practice: Strength and Weaknesses
Hey, it is Lieutenant Skip with another video for you as you progress through applying to your dream department. Today, I'm going to talk...

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Apr 3, 20223 min read
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The Bare Minimums You Need to Know
Maybe you are just tossing around the idea of entering into law enforcement, and determining what you need to prepare for... well, here...

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Jan 25, 20225 min read
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The Good and the Bad of Applying to be a Police Officer, Today and Into 2022
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Nov 16, 20211 min read
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