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PSNI Recruitment 2017

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  • #2052
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    My fear if I just go over the line would be if they are reverting back to the tempo of recruitment they had 2001-2009. Which I think is likely of this new process streamlines the process.

    I.e. They take a certain amount after AC, say the 300 they needs plus a surplus of 100 to combat losses due to PCA fails medical fails and vetting fails as contingency, then chin the rest. Restart.


  • #2053
    SN.Nibs
    Registered Users Posts: 9 ✭SN.Nibs


    If some people wish to get a tutor for the AC stage like previously mentioned just be careful who you choose.

    The whole point of the AC is to see how you perform under pressure and how you react to certain situations ie in the role plays when you are faced with a person who is shouting at you and up in your face how will you diffuse the situation effectively/calmly or will you go off on one a lot of you probably already know how to do these things in your daily jobs so don’t think about it too much.

    I am a nurse myself in an emergency setting and these are all things I deal with on a daily basis. We also do role play all the time through training so if any of you do know a nurse or a doctor or someone who would deal with these kinds of situations it’s worth speaking to for some advice.


  • #2054
    KN1231999
    Registered Users Posts: 277 ✭✭KN1231999


    Personally, I'm preparing myself for the AC By learning the theory and formulas I have to use then learn to implement them into everyday scenarios that may happen


  • #2055
    sparkylarky
    Closed Accounts Posts: 236 ✭✭sparkylarky


    KN1231999 wrote: »
    Personally, I'm preparing myself for the AC By learning the theory and formulas I have to use then learn to implement them into everyday scenarios that may happen


    Just wondering what do you mean by learning theory and formulas?


  • #2056
    KN1231999
    Registered Users Posts: 277 ✭✭KN1231999


    sparkylarky wrote: »
    KN1231999 wrote: »
    Personally, I'm preparing myself for the AC By learning the theory and formulas I have to use then learn to implement them into everyday scenarios that may happen


    Just wondering what do you mean by learning theory and formulas?
    By theory, I mean the definitions behind the core behaviours, know them like the back of my hand, formulas is having things to say already pre learned in my head and just apply it to the situation at hand, and then all I have to do is learn the practical of it


  • #2057
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    That's good prep but what happens if something happens that you haven't pre learned? It's all good but it's not like an exam that you can just regurgitate what you have crammed.

    Don't look at it so linear, because if you do then you will convince yourself that things need to happen in a specific way and when they don't, boom, unnecessary steps. You need to get out and ask people questions.


  • #2058
    KN1231999
    Registered Users Posts: 277 ✭✭KN1231999


    Banterbus28 wrote: »
    That's good prep but what happens if something happens that you haven't pre learned? It's all good but it's not like an exam that you can just regurgitate what you have crammed.

    Don't look at it so linear, because if you do then you will convince yourself that things need to happen in a specific way and when they don't, boom, unnecessary steps. You need to get out and ask people questions.
    Like I said it's more of just having pre learned different strategies and talking techniques. Things I can apply to any situation


  • #2059
    sparkylarky
    Closed Accounts Posts: 236 ✭✭sparkylarky


    KN1231999 wrote: »
    sparkylarky wrote: »
    KN1231999 wrote: »
    Personally, I'm preparing myself for the AC By learning the theory and formulas I have to use then learn to implement them into everyday scenarios that may happen


    Just wondering what do you mean by learning theory and formulas?
    By theory, I mean the definitions behind the core behaviours, know them like the back of my hand, formulas is having things to say already pre learned in my head and just apply it to the situation at hand, and then all I have to do is learn the practical of it


    I see what you mean mate, thanks


  • #2060
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    KN1231999 wrote: »
    Banterbus28 wrote: »
    That's good prep but what happens if something happens that you haven't pre learned? It's all good but it's not like an exam that you can just regurgitate what you have crammed.

    Don't look at it so linear, because if you do then you will convince yourself that things need to happen in a specific way and when they don't, boom, unnecessary steps. You need to get out and ask people questions.
    Like I said it's more of just having pre learned different strategies and talking techniques. Things I can apply to any situation

    You need to practice those techniques by asking people questions, otherwise you won't know what works for you...


  • #2061
    KN1231999
    Registered Users Posts: 277 ✭✭KN1231999


    Banterbus28 wrote: »
    KN1231999 wrote: »
    Banterbus28 wrote: »
    That's good prep but what happens if something happens that you haven't pre learned? It's all good but it's not like an exam that you can just regurgitate what you have crammed.

    Don't look at it so linear, because if you do then you will convince yourself that things need to happen in a specific way and when they don't, boom, unnecessary steps. You need to get out and ask people questions.
    Like I said it's more of just having pre learned different strategies and talking techniques. Things I can apply to any situation

    You need to practice those techniques by asking people questions, otherwise you won't know what works for you...
    I'll be going all out preparing for this. I'm passing this stage by any means necessary I won't let it slip. I'll sacrifice what I have to


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  • #2062
    NiK9
    Closed Accounts Posts: 771 ✭✭✭NiK9


    a320famalam wrote: »
    majgreen wrote: »
    As I said in another thread...

    For those considering a tutor for the AC be very very careful. You are entering a career where people actively want to kill you. It's not hard to pretend you were a serving officer and promise to give all the secrets to help you pass.

    It's also worth noting that the AC changes over the years and even those of us who have completed it in recent years are unable to tell what to expect.

    The information contained on this forum is far and above what you need to prepare yourself to pass. Take a full read first before shelling out
    Excellent advice. Maybe the random guy I was talking to in a bar recently should take your advice instead of telling everyone in sight he was in the recruitment process after a few pints! I'd to tell him to keep it zipped. Seriously, I know its exciting but keep it to yourself. NEVER become complacent - even after several beers. (i'm not saying anyone here has been, just a word of friendly advice from someone who knows!)

    I hear it all the time. There is 4 people at my work who talked about it none stop that they were joining. All 4 failed ist, but the people who over heard them may not know that, so they could still be classed as legitimate targets by certain people.
    Only people that know I've applied is my partner and then 2 friends who are already in the job.


  • #2063
    mwat17
    Registered Users Posts: 27 ✭mwat17


    Panic has set in. Thought I had all of my GCSE certificates.... today I Have discovered my Math one is only a 'provisional statement of results'. I know, idiot.

    Contacted AQA to ask for replacement certificate they said they don't provide full replacements, only a certifying statement of results which they said is NOT a certificate (cost of almost £45 too? So I'm confused)

    PSNI have stated they will only accept certificates. I know my next step is to contact them via the info email....but as my stomach churns, I also turned to here incase anyone else has had the same issue and any help to offer.


  • #2064
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    Ask them to change your AC to a later date so you have breathing space


  • #2065
    sparkylarky
    Closed Accounts Posts: 236 ✭✭sparkylarky


    Certifying statement of results will be grand I believe, but yea get another date for your AC


  • #2066
    Makepeace80
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭Makepeace80


    mwat17 wrote: »
    Panic has set in. Thought I had all of my GCSE certificates.... today I Have discovered my Math one is only a 'provisional statement of results'. I know, idiot.

    Contacted AQA to ask for replacement certificate they said they don't provide full replacements, only a certifying statement of results which they said is NOT a certificate (cost of almost £45 too? So I'm confused)

    PSNI have stated they will only accept certificates. I know my next step is to contact them via the info email....but as my stomach churns, I also turned to here incase anyone else has had the same issue and any help to offer.


    “we will require you to provide us with your original certificates or a final certifying statement of results, for all qualifications that you are presenting, within a maximum of three weeks from your assessment centre date.”

    Final certifying statement would be fine, not provisional ....


  • #2067
    Divingm
    Registered Users Posts: 27 ✭Divingm


    Can I just ask did people go suit for the assessment?


  • #2068
    jwhdkl5736
    Registered Users Posts: 492 ✭✭jwhdkl5736


    Yep.


  • #2069
    BlueCop8790
    Closed Accounts Posts: 182 ✭✭BlueCop8790


    Divingm wrote: »
    Can I just ask did people go suit for the assessment?
    Yeah, out of around 20 people at my AC, only 3 weren’t wearing a suit.


  • #2070
    jwhdkl5736
    Registered Users Posts: 492 ✭✭jwhdkl5736


    You want to give a professional image to your assessors. While there are no points for dressing smartly, I think at a subconscious level you're giving out a positive impression toward them.


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  • #2071
    NiK9
    Closed Accounts Posts: 771 ✭✭✭NiK9


    I think only 2 at my a.c. wernt in suits


  • #2072
    Jaymeg
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭Jaymeg


    Has anyone received their medical date yet?If so what was the time between that and your physical? I have my PCA soon but wondering when the medical might be, worried it will clash with holidays.


  • #2073
    NiK9
    Closed Accounts Posts: 771 ✭✭✭NiK9


    Jaymeg wrote: »
    Has anyone received their medical date yet?If so what was the time between that and your physical? I have my PCA soon but wondering when the medical might be, worried it will clash with holidays.

    Hey bud no one uses this thread anymore. Use the "PSNI Recruitment 1710 Campaign" page.
    But to answer, my medical was less than 3 weeks after my PCA.


  • #2074
    Jaymeg
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭Jaymeg


    NiK9 wrote: »
    Jaymeg wrote: »
    Has anyone received their medical date yet?If so what was the time between that and your physical? I have my PCA soon but wondering when the medical might be, worried it will clash with holidays.

    Hey bud no one uses this thread anymore. Use the "PSNI Recruitment 1710 Campaign" page.
    But to answer, my medical was less than 3 weeks after my PCA.
    Thanks for the response chum, that's good to know. Will follow that page now. Was your PCA in May or earlier? I have my PCA in three weeks or so. So thinking will there be a delay with others needing medicals before me. Suppose I'll not know for sure but just nice to get an idea.

    So you found out your medical was less than three weeks after your physical so you would have found out pretty soon after the PCA?
    J


  • #2075
    NiK9
    Closed Accounts Posts: 771 ✭✭✭NiK9


    Jaymeg wrote: »
    NiK9 wrote: »
    Jaymeg wrote: »
    Has anyone received their medical date yet?If so what was the time between that and your physical? I have my PCA soon but wondering when the medical might be, worried it will clash with holidays.

    Hey bud no one uses this thread anymore. Use the "PSNI Recruitment 1710 Campaign" page.
    But to answer, my medical was less than 3 weeks after my PCA.
    Thanks for the response chum, that's good to know. Will follow that page now. Was your PCA in May or earlier? I have my PCA in three weeks or so. So thinking will there be a delay with others needing medicals before me. Suppose I'll not know for sure but just nice to get an idea.

    So you found out your medical was less than three weeks after your physical so you would have found out pretty soon after the PCA?
    J
    I got emailed the day after my PCA with a date for my medical.
    Yea mine was very start of May.
    Not sure about possible delays. Although PSNI were meant to receive our SMT results within a week of the medical and as of last week they still hadn't so not sure what is holding them up from receiving the results.


  • #2076
    Jaymeg
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭Jaymeg


    Wow that was very quick! I've heard that it takes ages for the medical date because someone has to fly over to complete them.
    That's annoying that you are still waiting, they are sent away so probably will take some time for the results and I think if you hear nothing that's a good sign also.


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  • #2077
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    Jaymeg wrote: »
    Wow that was very quick! I've heard that it takes ages for the medical date because someone has to fly over to complete them.
    That's annoying that you are still waiting, they are sent away so probably will take some time for the results and I think if you hear nothing that's a good sign also.

    No no nothing that mental. The police have their own Doctors (Occupational Health) plus they also have a locum list...


  • #2078
    Fdawg88
    Registered Users Posts: 5 ✭Fdawg88


    Passed all the tests and got the results in for my SMT. All clear as expected.
    Do the vetting results come in much later?
    Any time frame after you pass that?
    How much notice do they give you?

    Cheers folks!


  • #2079
    Malonegirl96
    Closed Accounts Posts: 140 ✭✭Malonegirl96


    Fdawg88 wrote: »
    Passed all the tests and got the results in for my SMT. All clear as expected.
    Do the vetting results come in much later?
    Any time frame after you pass that?
    How much notice do they give you?

    Cheers folks!
    Vetting is very different for each person it’s just one of those things it will come when it comes unfortunately.
    There is around 5-6 weeks notice between getting the call and starting.
    Also no-one really uses this thread anymore we chat more on the 1710 thread if you have anymore questions ask there :)


  • #2080
    Fdawg88
    Registered Users Posts: 5 ✭Fdawg88


    Cheers mate!!


  • #2081
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    takodah wrote: »
    I don’t know where the 90mins is coming from unless there is far more questions than previously thought. I’m going on a 12minutes for the verbal reasoning and 20 approx for the other section. I also think you can do one section in one sitting and the other in another sitting.
    Correct answer is no one knows.

    Is that you back san?


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