During the course of the psychological evaluation, gaps or discrepancies in a candidate’s accounts of their occupational or personal history, including incidents involving potential acts…
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The psychological suitability standard for peace officers requires the absence of any “emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion,…
A great deal of peace officer psychological research focuses on identifying indicators of dysfunctional peace officer behaviors. Many counterproductive work behaviors (CWBs) have been targeted…
A considerable amount of research focused on the identification of the psychological characteristics of successful peace officers. In general, the results of this research indicated…
Candidates often wonder what guidelines the NYPD Psychologist uses when deciding if an applicant is psychologically unsuitable. There are ten (10) dimensions that are considered…
In accordance with POST Commission Regulation 1955(e)(5), the NYPD has the right to request a candidate’s psychological records when warranted. A history of mental health…
SOCIAL MEDIA MATTERS… THIS STATEMENT CANNOT BE EMPHASIZED ENOUGH It is imperative that every candidate know and understand that they will be subject to social…
For those interested in a job with the New York State Department of Correctional Services, there is information online regarding the psychological screening program for…
“Can candidates who have had psychotherapy in the past be NYPD Police Officers?” How do you know if your psychologist received your documents? Candidates should…
“Can candidates who have had psychotherapy in the past be NYPD Police Officers?” What psychological history will prevent me from being hired by the NYPD?…