- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Kogan Page (27 Feb 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0749421347
- ISBN-13: 978-0749421342
- Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 12.8 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 164,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This text describes the written test that forms part of the selection process for the police forces of England and Wales, also providing ample practice material on verbal usage, checking, number problems, and verbal logical reasoning. It also suggests how to practice observation skills, which are tested on video during selection procedures. The material is based on actual tests prepared for police forces by the authors; similar tests are used by many UK fire services, as well as police services abroad.
About the Author
Harry Tolley was Special Professor in the School of Education at the University of Nottingham who works as a researcher, author and freelance consultant. He is co-author of How to Pass Verbal Reasoning Tests , How to Pass Numeracy Tests, How to Succeed at an Assessment Centre and How to Pass the Police Initial Recruitment Test , all published by Kogan Page.
Ken Thomas was Principal Lecturer in Education Management at the Hong Kong Institute of Education, and is now a Chartered Psychologist and author. He is co-author of How to Pass Verbal Reasoning Tests, How to Pass Numeracy Tests and How to Pass the Police Initial Recruitment Test, all published by Kogan Page.
Catherine Tolley is a former college lecturer with a background in Human Resources.
Ken Thomas was Principal Lecturer in Education Management at the Hong Kong Institute of Education, and is now a Chartered Psychologist and author. He is co-author of How to Pass Verbal Reasoning Tests, How to Pass Numeracy Tests and How to Pass the Police Initial Recruitment Test, all published by Kogan Page.
Catherine Tolley is a former college lecturer with a background in Human Resources.
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I passed through the paper sift stage of my Police application, I ordered this book on the recommendation from a close friend before going to Centrex. As other people have mentioned, the questions are not that difficult. But for people like myself who had not done any maths since high school, it brought me back up to what will get a pass or fail - SPEED. In the PIRT you will have to race through the numerical questions as quickly as possible to complete the test. So the quicker you get into practice the better you will perform on the day. The book contains sample questions similar to the ones on the test so you can't go wrong.
On the verbal logical reasoning, again, it provides examples of past questions but speed is not the agenda here. Its all about judgement and even though I had an issue with a couple of answers, the practice was justified in preparation for the day itself. Use this book to prepare and get up to speed. Even a couple of marks will make all the difference when your feedback arrives in the post a few days later!! Good Luck.
On the verbal logical reasoning, again, it provides examples of past questions but speed is not the agenda here. Its all about judgement and even though I had an issue with a couple of answers, the practice was justified in preparation for the day itself. Use this book to prepare and get up to speed. Even a couple of marks will make all the difference when your feedback arrives in the post a few days later!! Good Luck.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have to say I didn't find the PIRT test that hard, I think I would have got through it without this book......but having gone through the exercises in the book my confidence was sky high for the test, and it allowed me to relax whilst I was doing it. If you're already a total smarty pants I wouldn't bother buying this book, but if you need help or just a confidence boost then it's money well spent.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The authors of this book have granted the reader with a simplistic format that provides an excellent medium from which to prepare for the Police Initial Recruitment Test (PIRT). I was completely in the dark about what to expect in the PIRT, but this book has 'shown me the light.' The book is written in a way that provides detailed notes but not in a 'textbook' fasion. The questions are explained in a concise manner enabling all abilities to benefit from this superb title.
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How to Pass the Police Initial Recruitment Test
I brought this book to help me with my P.I.R test. this book breaks the exam down and goes into detail explaining about the test and giving you tips for taking the exam. Read more
Published 4 months ago by freya912
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I sat the test first time round not knowing what i was gettin myself into and i must admit i didnt pass but the sergeant told me about this book so i thought id get a copy and... Read more
Published 21 months ago by plod to be
good book
I bought this for my son and he has passed his test! he said that the book gave him confidence and he had an idea what he would be facing. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2009 by Mrs. S. A. Waite
A must for any Police candidate.
This book is an absolute must for any police candidate. The PIRT as stated is not hard but the skills required do go rusty very quickley, this will help you to fine tune and clean... Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2004
A must read for the PIRT
This book was a great help to me when needing to revise for the PIRT. I timed myself and you do get better with practice, thats for sure. Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2004
The best way to prepare for your PIRT
The PIRT is not hard, but you do not have very much time to do it. This book gives you great practice and certainly gets you up to speed. Well worth the investment.
Published on 27 Aug 2003 by A Gamer
Highly Recommended
This book is worth it's weight in gold.
I read this book and practiced from it before my PIRT and passed it quite easily. Read more
Published on 14 May 2003 by Darren M
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Without this book I would not have passed this test. It provided me with a understanding of what is involved in the PIR test and I would recommend it to all would be police... Read more
Published on 3 April 2003 by David Lonsdale
Great book, Great test Score!
I found this book really helpful in the run up to my PIRT. It provided lots of varied tests on each subject that it covered, aswell as a good in sight into the two day assessment. Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2002
A great insight into the PIRT for wanna be Police Officers.
This book is nearly an identical copy of the PIRT and offered great advice on how to prepare you. I recommend this book as a must for preparation; this resulted in a successful... Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2001 by roy.phelan@ntl.com
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