
Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) Testing
In Illinois, all entry-level candidates must take the Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER Test) before entering a police academy. This physical fitness assessment evaluates the physical fitness of those entering law enforcement. MCC offers the POWER Test on the Crystal Lake Campus three times yearly: March, June, and September. The testing fee is $55 per candidate and $26 for a replacement POWER card. Wear suitable exercise attire for both indoor and outdoor events.
The POWER Test consists of four parts:
- Sit and reach
- One-minute sit-up test
- One repetition maximum bench press
- 1.5-mile run
See the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board POWER Test Standards
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