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WorkKeys Exam

STARTING YOUR JOURNEY AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 

The WorkKeys Exam, developed by ACT, is a job skills assessment designed to measure essential workplace skills. Many employers and educational institutions use it to determine a candidate's readiness for various jobs.

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 To be an eligible candidate for a career in law enforcement, the WorkKeys Exam is required if you do not have an Associates Degree or higher. 

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Opposed to other institutions, The Personnel Board of Jefferson County offers free WorkKeys testing for aspiring law enforcement candidates. 

Testing
Calendar

The WorkKeys test will be administered by the Personnel Board on the following dates, as listed on this website.

 

Please refer to the schedule to find upcoming testing dates and plan accordingly. Make sure to arrive on time for your preferred date.

 

All tests are conducted at the Personnel Board at 8:30 A.M. and 1:00 PM.

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For more information, please contact JoAnn Burnett at joann.burnett@pbjcal.org or call (205) 279 - 3500 and Select option 1

JANURARY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • January 7, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • January 21, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

FEBURARY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • February 4, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • February 18, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

MARCH | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • March 4, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • March 25, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

APRIL | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • April 1, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • April 15, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

MAY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • May 6, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • May 20, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

JUNE| 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • June 10, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • June 24, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

JULY | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • July 8, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • July 22, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

AUGUST | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • August 5, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • August 19, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

SEPTEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • September 2, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • September 16, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

OCTOBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • October 14, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • October 28, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

NOVEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • November 4, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • November 18, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

DECEMBER | 8:30 A.M. & 1:00 P.M.

  • December 2, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

  • December 9, 2026 at the Personnel Board Building

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WHAT'S ON THE TEST

The Alabama Peace Officers’ Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) has adopted the ACT WorkKeys Assessment as the official Basic Ability Test (BAT) for all applicants for Law Enforcement Officer employment and certification. 

Applied Math

Tests mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills needed in the workplace.

 

Workplace Documents

Assesses the ability to read and understand work-related materials like memos and policies.

Graphic Literacy

Measures the ability to interpret charts, graphs, and diagrams used on the job.

RESOURCES FOR YOU

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Study Guides

Study guides can ensure you have everything you need before taking your assessment.

 

Accessing the guides provided below can help you prepare to take the assessment.

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Practice Test

Practice makes progress. Taking a practice test before completing the real thing can help you become familiar with testing material. 

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Let's test your knowledge with the resources provided below.

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Pass Points

 When taking your assessment, aim to achieve these scores in the listed categories: 

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Applied Math - 3

Workplace Documents - 4

Graphic Literacy - 4​​

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