You are required to wear a face mask for the entirety of your visit to the college and during certain tests. Candidates without a face mask, or refuse to wear a face mask will be denied service and will be required to reschedule. Masks will not be provided.
The SWIM test is postponed until further notice, continue to monitor our site for future updates.
Applicants will park by the obstacle course in every other space and wait to be signed in at the obstacle course. Social distancing rules apply. You are encouraged to bring hand sanitizers if the product is available to you.
Applicants must have a valid Medical Clearance Form. Your Medical Clearance Form is only valid for 6 months from the date it was signed by a physician. There will be no walk-ins for testing or information at this time.
When testing is complete testers are to vacate the premise immediately.
The Institute of Public Safety (IPS) Testing Center administers examinations for applicants pursuing careers in Law Enforcement, Corrections and Police Service Aide positions in cooperation with the Broward County Chiefs of Police Association.
The Institute of Public Safety (IPS) Criminal Justice Testing Center located at Broward College Central Campus is a regional assessment center serving applicants pursuing a law enforcement or corrections career.
The IPS Testing Center is not a hiring agency. We are a regional selection center for those who wish to apply in law enforcement or corrections. Tests administered at IPS comply with the State of Florida's Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) and the Broward County Chiefs of Police Association standards.
To register for testing, applicants must first create an account. Account creation and test registration can ONLY be completed online.
Register/Log in for the CJBAT/BAT Test
Register/Log in for the PAT & Swim Test
Be sure to note your login for future reference.
The IPS Regional Testing Center fees can be paid online, or at the Testing Center. Applicants paying at the Testing Center may do so with a credit/debit card, or a money order. Note: There is an additional $3.50 convenience fee for online payments. ALL payments are valid for 30 calendar days.
Starting February 1, 2020, physical agility practices will be $5.00, as there is no online registration, applicants can pay at the Testing Center with a credit/debit card or money order.
It is the applicant's responsibility to maintain their Medical Clearance Forms, as the Testing Center does not make copies. A COPY of the form is required for EACH attempt of the PAT/BMST, PAT/BMST Practice and SWIM.
CJBAT test results prior to August 2018, can be found on the ATMS FDLE site. Applicants are not to contact the FDLE for test results.
The Testing Center will be closed on the following dates:
PAT
Registration and Testing for the PAT are completed at the Obstacle Course, located at the north end of the Central Campus, past building 21. A COPY of the complete Medical Clearance Form, ID, and masks are required. Applicants are to park along the obstacle course.
Location:
3501 Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314
Swim Test
Applicants must report to the Nova Southeastern Pool by no later than 15-30 minutes before test time. Medical Clearance form, Mandatory Attire (see information booklet), ID, and Proof of Payment is required. The applicant is required to swim 50 yards; 25 yards up and 25 yards back. This is NOT a timed test.
Location:
Nova Aquatic Center
7500 SW 36th Street
Davie, FL 33314
Applicants may purchase study resources from the Pearson Vue site or at Broward College - Central Campus Bookstore in Davie, Building 19. Study resources are not available at the Testing Center.
The Medical Clearance Form is valid 6 months from date of medical examination. Invalid or expired forms will not be accpeted.
The CJSTC 75B is no longer a valid FDLE form and will not be accepted.
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location:
3501 Davie Road
Davie, FL, 33314
Contacts:
Jeff Whitehurst, Testing Center Manager
Building 22, Room 108
954-201-6429
email: jwhitehu@broward.edu
Allana Austin, Testing Center Specialist
Building 22, Room 108
954-201-6931
email: aaustin@broward.edu
Giovanna Caso, Testing Center Specialist
Building 22, Room 108
954-201-6790
email: gcaso@broward.edu