There is now a glimmer of hope on the horizon for anyone wishing to join the police force in Scotland. Most of the forces froze recruitment during the second half of 2010, allowing them to work through the backlog of candidates already 'in the system'. There was a very slight thaw in the freeze at the turn of the year, with some forces accepting new applications for a limited time. While the uncertain financial situation continues, the decision to amalgamate into one Scottish police force means that police forces now have direction for the future. Slowly but surely the thaw is developing........

Currently Fife Constabulary, Dumfries and Galloway and Lothian and Borders police forces are accepting applications. Preparation is critical: applicants are well advised to monitor police websites on a regular basis to stay abreast of developments: application opportunities are rare, the time-frame is likely to be limited and completing the application form itself is a considerable task. 

Applicants are also well advised to spend  time in preparation for the recruitment opportunity, since if current practice continues, candidates are given only a few days notice for their SET test. Apart from working on the application form and fitness levels, candidates can prepare for the entrance test know as the Standard Entrance Test. Currently............

40% of people sitting the Standard Entrance Test fail!

30% of graduates sitting the Standard Entrance Test fail!

62% of ethnic minorities sitting the Standard Entrance Test fail!

The Police Practice Papers workbooks have been designed to help you prepare for the test. Since the police force allows you only three attempts at the entrance test, there is a real need to be prepared if you want to make the most of each test opportunity.

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The workbooks are written in a clear, concise and to the point style. The introduction to Papers 1-4 contains up-to-the-minute, relevant information about the SET test as well as essential information about exam techniques and how to maximise your results. The Numbers books give preparation techniques for working with numbers and examples of how to work out each question in the Numbers test.

Each practice paper is designed to be as close to the actual test as possible. The workbooks are a must for anyone seriously thinking about a career in the police force in Scotland. We aim to have all orders in the post (first class mail) by the following day.

'Hi, just to let you know I sat the SET test on monday and received and E-mail today letting me know that I had successfully passed. I would like to thank you for sending the past papers out to me so quickly especially at such short notice, they were a terrific help to me.' Lee.

'Just to let you know that I passed the SET test for D&G constabulary for the specials, and I have to admit without your books it would not have happened. Once again thank you very much for having them out there to help people like me secure a pass.' A very happy Alan.

'Can you please post on your website my satisfaction. It's my third and final time sitting the SET. It was only then I discovered Police Practice Papers. I am pleased to say thanks to the practice papers I passed. Very useful and perfect service. Thanks!!' Alice.

 
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'Many thanks for the idea of releasing the Scottish Police Practice Papers to the general public as currently the range of Police Entrance test books are more inclined for English and Welsh forces.

As for someone who relishes the idea of joining Strathclyde Police and having sat the exam twice as a fail with only marginal marks from the overall pass mark. I feel the Scottish PPP has helped me develop a greater understanding of the numeracy section - sadly my downfall. I am using the PPP as well as previous instruction from areas such as the Big Plus and personal tuition to fully prepare me for the exam as it was shocking to see how badly my numeracy had fallen behind.

I am hoping I can finally lay to rest the past years of disappointment where I came close but fell in the final hurdle and I hope that the PPP will finally put me towards the career I have always wanted to do. Thanks, Scott.'

Thanks very much for sending out the other paper so quickly, very much appreciated! They are excellent ;-) Jacque.