The Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT), administered by Industrial/Organizational Solutions (IOS), Inc., is used to test the basic skills and knowledge needed to enroll in Florida Commission-certified training centers, and for becoming an employee in Florida as a correctional or sworn law enforcement officer.
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CJBAT Exam Outline
The CJBAT exam contains 97 questions and has a time limit of 1.5 hours.
The questions on the exam are based on six minimum competencies that are required for a successful career as a law enforcement officer and correctional officer in the state of Florida. The competencies are as follows:
- Written Comprehension
- Written Expression
- Memorization
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Personal Characteristics/Behavioral Attributes
The exam is split into three sections.
Section I (47 questions)
This section tests job-related behavioral attributes to test how successful you could be as a correctional or law enforcement officer. You will be given a time limit of 20 minutes for this section.
Section II (10 questions)
This section tests your ability to memorize various pieces of information. For each question, you will be presented with one or more images and then questioned on what you can remember from those images. You will be given 1 minute to review each image or set of images, and you will have 1.5 minutes to answer each question. The total time limit for this section is 25 minutes.
Section III (40 questions)
This section tests your written comprehension, written expression, inductive reasoning, and deductive reasoning skills. You will be given a time limit of 1 hour for this section.
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CJBAT Exam Registration
To register for the exam, you must first create a Pearson VUE account on their website. This will allow you to register, pay the $39 examination fee, and schedule your exam appointment. The test is available at Pearson testing centers across the state of Florida.
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Test Day
You should arrive at the testing center at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled exam time. This will allow enough time for you to get checked-in.
During the check-in process, you will be asked to provide two forms of valid, government-issued ID, one of which must be a photo ID. If your ID is invalid or expired, you will not be able to take the exam that day, and your exam fee will not be refunded.
Before you enter the exam room, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, food, pencils, wallet, etc.) behind, and they will be returned to you before your leave the testing center.
Once the proctor has determined you are ready, they will lead you into the testing room, and your examination will begin.
CJBAT Exam Passing Score
To pass the CJBAT exam, you will need to answer at least 70 of the questions correctly, and 30 of your correctly answered questions must be in the last two sections to count.
You will receive a score report before you leave the testing center. It will show your pass/fail status, but it will not provide you with any specific numbers or other scoring information.
Your CJBAT score is valid for four years.
Retaking the CJBAT Exam
If you do not pass the exam, you may retake the exam after paying the full examination fee. You are able to take the exam three times per calendar year.
How to Study for the CJBAT Exam
How to Study Effectively
Your success on CJBAT test day depends not only on how many hours you put into preparing but also on whether you prepared the right way. It’s good to check along the way to see whether your studying is paying off. One of the most effective ways to do this is by taking CJBAT practice tests to evaluate your progress. Practice tests are useful because they show exactly where you need to improve. Every time you take a free CJBAT exam practice test, pay special attention to these three groups of questions:
- The questions you got wrong
- The ones you had to guess on, even if you guessed right
- The ones you found difficult or slow to work through
This will show you exactly what your weak areas are and where you need to devote more study time. Ask yourself why each of these questions gave you trouble. Was it because you didn’t understand the material? Was it because you didn’t remember the vocabulary? Do you need more repetitions on this type of question to build speed and confidence? Dig into those questions and figure out how you can strengthen your weak areas as you go back to review the material.
Answer Explanations
Additionally, many CJBAT practice tests have a section explaining the answer choices. It can be tempting to read the explanation and think that you now have a good understanding of the concept. However, an explanation likely only covers part of the question’s broader context. Even if the explanation makes sense, go back and investigate every concept related to the question until you’re positive you have a thorough understanding.
Comprehend Each Topic
As you go along, keep in mind that the CJBAT practice test is just that: practice. Memorizing these questions and answers will not be very helpful on the actual test because it is unlikely to have any of the same exact questions. If you only know the right answers to the sample questions, you won’t be prepared for the real thing. Study the concepts until you understand them fully, and then you’ll be able to answer any question that shows up on the test.
Strategy for CJBAT Practice
When you’re ready to start taking practice tests, follow this strategy:
- Remove Limitations. Take the first test with no time constraints and with your notes and CJBAT study guide handy. Take your time and focus on applying the strategies you’ve learned.
- Time Yourself. Take the second practice test “open book” as well, but set a timer and practice pacing yourself to finish in time.
- Simulate Test Day. Take any other practice tests as if it were test day. Set a timer and put away your study materials. Sit at a table or desk in a quiet room, imagine yourself at the testing center, and answer questions as quickly and accurately as possible.
- Keep Practicing. Keep taking practice tests on a regular basis until you run out of practice tests or it’s time for the actual test. Your mind will be ready for the schedule and stress of test day, and you’ll be able to focus on recalling the material you’ve learned.
FAQs
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How many questions are on the CJBAT exam?
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There are 97 questions on the exam.
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How long is the CJBAT exam?
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The time limit for the exam is 1.5 hours.
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What is the passing score for the CJBAT exam?
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To pass the exam, you must answer at least 70 questions correctly.
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How much does the CJBAT exam cost?
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The examination fee is $39.
