What Tests Are Conducted by the Connecticut Police?
There are two main types of written exams for the Connecticut police. Each is administered by a different organization, which gives it its name:
- The Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) Test
- The Law Enforcement Council of Connecticut (LEC) Test
Let’s go briefly over the tests and take a look at the major differences between them.
The CPCA and LCE Tests
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Test |
CPCA Test |
LEC Test |
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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% |
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Score is valid for |
6 months | 1 year |
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Time between re-tests |
None |
Score below 70% - 6 months Score above 70% - 1 year |
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What Are the Next Stages of Becoming a Police Officer in Connecticut?
If you have successfully passed the CPCA Test, you will move on to a multi-tiered selection process, which includes the following stages:
- CHIP (Complete Health & Injury Prevention) Test – Physical ability assessment conducted by CertyFit.
- Polygraph test
- Background investigation
- Psychological examination
- Oral examination
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