State Patrol offers second chance for new-cadet testing

The Washington State Patrol's recent round of cadet testing caught many people unprepared to take the required cadet fitness and written tests. To address these concerns, WSP will conduct additional cadet testing at locations in Eastern and Western Washington.

The biggest stumbling block for people continues to be the fitness test. WSP loses about half the people wanting to join the State Patrol during the fitness test.

“A number of good candidates missed the standard by very small margins,” said Sergeant Troy Tomaras of the Cadet Testing Section. “With a little extra time, we think those who...