CPS-tests/interview Questions

[black300]

I know there are many threads regarding the CPS careers, but I had some general questions regarding the tests.

A friend of mine got a phone call and is scheduled to write the tests in October sometimes. He was wondering if anyone knew what kind of exams they are, and what type of questions will be asked.

The recruiter told him that there is a book which some people refer to which can be purchased at the local bookstore. I think he is going to go through that and some practice exams.

Any tips or suggestions, ideas etc.

Thanks beyond.

[swak]

Its general knowledge can't really study for it - I went in and never opened a book (except for school studying) and got above avg.

Don't worry... And the interview, no ones gonna ever tell you those questions as you're sworn to secrecy

[FullFledgedYYC]

I am sure it's not that hard....

[revelations]

They post a LOT of detail on the CPS recruiting website section.

I ended up buying Uni/College level grammar books to polish up on mine. Some of the aptitude tests are tough (eg. find a minor grammatical error in a sentence).

[FraserB]

Originally posted by revelations
Some of the aptitude tests are tough (eg. find a minor grammatical error in a sentence).

90% of Beyond would fail that.

[revelations]

^ I would have!

No it was more tricky than basic punctuation and spelling - for example Whom vs. Who (used wrong in a sentence).

[clemmy26]

Certainly you can aim higher than a CPS officer?

[btimbit]

Originally posted by clemmy26
Certainly you can aim higher than a CPS officer?

There's the Beyond response I was waiting for. Won't bother asking why, I'll just assume you got a ticket lately and are a little butthurt.

[Shlade]

Originally posted by clemmy26
Certainly you can aim higher than a CPS officer?

Go fuck yourself you useless twit.

Whats next? You going to say you pay his salary as well?

[FraserB]

Originally posted by btimbit


There's the Beyond response I was waiting for. Won't bother asking why, I'll just assume you got a ticket lately and are a little butthurt.

No, just the latest in a long line of trolls. Not even funny to be honest.

[Cos]

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[Marsh]

CPS Exam : "Can you hold a radar gun steady"

"Yes"

"Welcome to CPS!"

[fiveowed]

Originally posted by black300
I know there are many threads regarding the CPS careers, but I had some general questions regarding the tests.

A friend of mine got a phone call and is scheduled to write the tests in October sometimes. He was wondering if anyone knew what kind of exams they are, and what type of questions will be asked.

The recruiter told him that there is a book which some people refer to which can be purchased at the local bookstore. I think he is going to go through that and some practice exams.

Any tips or suggestions, ideas etc.

Thanks beyond.

he needs this book!! it has everything he needs to know and prepare for http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/books/...15107-item.htm if he gets past the test check the forums at blueline.ca for info on the interview and everything else!

[black300]

I can't open the link for the book, can you please tell me the name and author so I can order it for him.

[revelations]

Originally posted by fiveowed


he needs this book!! it has everything he needs to know and prepare for http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/books/...15107-item.htm if he gets past the test check the forums at blueline.ca for info on the interview and everything else!

Blueline is very good info for recuits to any of the LEOs of Canada.

[510-Trevor]

Originally posted by black300
I can't open the link for the book, can you please tell me the name and author so I can order it for him.

Comprehensive Guide to Canadian Police Officer Exams
by Deland Jessop

[fiveowed]

Originally posted by 510-Trevor

Comprehensive Guide to Canadian Police Officer Exams
by Deland Jessop

sorry, that is the correct book! Tell your buddy no worries if it doesn't make it the first time, I know they like to defer you and see how committed you really are.

[revelations]

If youre friend is also RIGHT out of HS - recommend that he spend some time volunteering at a CPS detachment first. Good for others too.

I worked the Chinook detachment counter for about 6 months and it was a great experience meeting the members and learning how to deal with the general public. Apparently lots of potential recruits get deferred for lack of volunteer/community help.

[M.alex]

If I say I want to join so I can shoot bad guys, will they defer me?

[Traffic_Cop]

Originally posted by Marsh
CPS Exam : "Can you hold a radar gun steady"

"Yes"

"Welcome to CPS!"

LOL!!! Nice