How the Police Online Assessment Process works
A step-by-step guide to the Police Online Assessment Process used by forces in England and Wales.
🇬🇧 For applicants in the United Kingdom.
Most police forces in England and Wales use the Online Assessment Process to select new constables. It replaced the old in-person assessment centre and can be completed from home.
What to expect
Each stage is scored against the Competency and Values Framework, so knowing the framework is key.
Key points at a glance
- Situational judgement exercise
- Competency-based video interview
- Written exercise
- Briefing exercise
Our tip
Learn the Competency and Values Framework by heart and prepare one strong example for each competency.
