Take the A-PREP

A-PREP (Alberta Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police) is the police recruit selection physical abilities test used by all municipal police agencies in Alberta.

The A-PREP has three separate components:

  1. a screening component to ensure the applicant is medically suitable to undergo the test;
  2. a series of job simulation tasks arranged in a Pursuit/Restraint Circuit; and
  3. an assessment of aerobic fitness (the Aerobic Shuttle Run).

Before attempting the A-PREP, you will be required to obtain a medical clearance form. 

The A-PREP results are valid for six (6) months.

Applicants can make arrangements to retake the test immediately. If an applicant fails on the second test there is a two (2) month waiting period before the A-PREP can be attempted again and then a two (2) month waiting period for each successive fail.

Things to know

  • Location: Eastlink Centre located at 10 Knowledge Way in Grande Prairie, AB.
  • Arrive at the Eastlink Centre 10-15 minutes prior
  • Please come with fitness attire. There are change rooms available. Bring a lock if you want to keep your belongings in the change room.
  • Bring your photo ID (government-issued photo identification).
  • Bring the medical clearance signed by a doctor and dated (form is valid for 6 months).
  • PLEASE ensure that the MEDICAL CLEARANCE completed by the DOCTOR is filled out in its entirety – dates require month, day, and year and must be visible on the paperwork. If these forms are not fully completed you may be turned away, and not allowed to run the exam. Don’t just assume the doctor and/or their assistants have completed the forms in full.
  • Parking is available free of charge.

Applicants that show up to the A-PREP testing session without their valid Medical Clearance Form (Part 2) or government photo identification or do not meet the requirements under the restriction exemption program will not be tested.

If you have had any significant changes in your health, new injuries or illnesses, or have started regularly taking any new medications since your Medical Clearance Form was signed by your physician you may be asked to obtain a new A-PREP Medical Clearance Form to determine your suitability for the A-PREP.

Training for A-PREP

The Grande Prairie Police Service has partnered with the Eastlink Centre to launch a Training for A-PREP program designed to help future female recruits excel at the Alberta Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police and improve their overall fitness.
 
The eight-week, $189+GST fitness program will include one in-person training session per week, a prescribed weekly running goal, and a detailed weekly workout aimed at boosting strength, stamina, and mental resilience. 
 
For more information, call 311 or visit the Eastlink Centre.