There are two main types of written exams for the Connecticut police. Each is administered by a different organization, which gives it its name:
Let’s go briefly over the tests and take a look at the major differences between them.
Test |
CPCA Test |
LEC Test |
Test versions |
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Towns and counties |
Various areas:
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Mainly Eastern Connecticut:
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Test content |
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Passing score |
Approx. 80% | 70% |
Score is valid for |
6 months | 1 year |
Time between re-tests |
None |
Score below 70% - 6 months Score above 70% - 1 year |
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If you have successfully passed the CPCA Test, you will move on to a multi-tiered selection process, which includes the following stages: