PELLETB - California POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery

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Learn what questions are on the PELLETB entry-level exam and what the top-rated PELLETB test prep course is. The term POST means “Police Officer Selection Test” in most parts of the U.S. In California, however, POST stands for Peace Officer Standards and Training. The California POST Commission sets minimum selection and training standards for California law enforcement agencies.

The California POST is the PELLETB. PELLETB stands for POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery and is the entry-level Written Exam recommended by the Commission.

More than 600 California law enforcement agencies participate in the POST Program. Smaller agencies such as university or hospital security organizations are the few exceptions.

Passing the PELLETB is based upon your T-score (See explanation) .

San Jose PD uses the PELLETB for their entry exam.

How Long is the PELLETB?

The PELLETB is 2.5 hours long and covers five or six sections (see note below.)

Is the PELLETB Hard?

Yes, the PELLETB is one of the most difficult police entry-level exams in the country. This is because of its emphasis on good English language skills. It includes the CLOZE Reading test - a test format that will be very new and challenging to most applicants. Special preparation is required in order to pass the PELLETB.