Testing Process

All applicants are given a battery of extensive tests. The tests will include:

• All Entry Level Officers must take and pass a written civil service exam with a passing score of 70 percent
• Physical assessment consisting of a 2,000 meter row on a Concept2 Rower
  • APD Concept2 video
  • APD Entry Level Officer row standard
• Extensive background investigation
• Medical exam
• Polygraph
• Psychological exam
• Oral interview board