Becoming a 911 Dispatcher: Criticall

[@Saynt614]

I was laid off from my job of 13 years in March due to this pandemic. I applied to become a 911 Dispatcher in the city I live in a few days ago. They responded to me said I was qualified and they had me take that test... it was no joke... it's definitely a multitasking job which I feel like is one of my strongest skills. I passed the exam... didn't get a perfect score but enough to schedule an interview on July 16th. I am excited and nervous because as a kid I always wanted to become a Police Officer or have some connection with the Police. Now I can potentially get my foot in the door. Wish me luck!

[@haroldcjennettiii]

I'm in the same boat. How did your interview go?

[@jennataylor614]

I have almost exactly the same story. You aren't kidding, test is intense.

[@baby_eve7322]

Plz tell us what happened. Did you get the job ?

[@HeidiAndScots]

How did it go?

[@camillemejia6048]

I’m back to comment again after 2 years to tell you I was hired ! I’ve been working over a year now and I love my job ! I actually came back here to send this to some of my friends who are interested in working with me too. Thank you so much for the advice!

[@LauraBryant]

Awwww this is amazing!! This is why I made these videos!! Thank you so much for watching and so glad you are loving what you do!!!

[@DrBJP]

I must say this video was very helpful. I watched it 3x this week before testing on today. I was a tad bit nervous, but must say I passed with a 91%. Thanks for the video you provided to everyone.

[@LauraBryant]

This is awesome!! Congrats! Good luck in rest of the process!

[@DrBJP]

Laura Bryant, most certainly! Thanks so much.

[@noellefelix2966]

How did the process for you go? update on the overall process did you do polygraph? Details please

[@DrBJP]

Christa Felix, so I checked it at 930am, and I met with the coordinator. After I was signed in, I went into a “computer room” with other candidates. She read off the instructions and said “you need a 80%” to move onto the interview phase, which I stated I received a 91%. Then I have my interview next, upon completion of interview: I have polygraph, physical, drug screen, and I be a physiological examination, and if all goes well...we shall see what’s next for my career. The test itself was pretty easy and self explanatory. You need 4000 wpm in total to also pass so make sure you’re familiar with the keys on the keyboard. Just as Laura explained in the video is the east same way the testing is done. You need to focus on memorization, listening skills, and placement between the numbers and letter (example I &1 close together seem the same) let me know if you need further explaining.

[@LauraBryant]

Thanks for this information! I’m sure it’s helpful for everyone!!

[@debijo65]

@laura Bryant I passed my Criticall test today!!!!!! Thank you sooo much for this video!!!!

[@LauraBryant]

Deb Campbell awesome!!!!! Good luck with the rest of the process!!

[@ChloeArcher]

I have mine soon! i am stressed about remembering 9 letters/numbers at once while waiting 5 seconds and also being distracted...sounds like a super hero if you ask me haha

[@LauraBryant]

Chloe Archer it’s ok... you just have to relax. Your mind will do what it does! I just knew I had failed that portion but I didn’t! Just work hard and you’ll pass! I didn’t take a math one this time. I did previously but I don’t remember

[@nickybee800]

Congrats girl!!! How are you liking it so far???

[@louisepreacely6161]

What happens after you pass have to take it tommorrow so nervous

[@JokerLurver]

I passed it today without much prep, it wasn't bad at all. Hardest part was when you're taking down verbal information and the alert buzzer sounds and you've gotta answer that question while they're telling you a phone #/address/etc. That was annoying. But other than that, pretty dang simple. Good luck to all! Thank you, Laura, for this informative vid! Helped me prepare mentally.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! So did I!!! It’s not hard but having some help does help for sure!

[@HeidiAndScots]

Are you in this career field today?

[@judithhummer3019]

Laura, Thanks for all your videos regarding becoming a dispatcher. I watched them for some advice through the process of applying (I had no background in that area although I definitely have the personality and skills). I’m pleased to share that I am starting my training next Wed. Thanks again :)

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! I am so glad my videos helped you!! Get ready for a great ride!

[@marytankersley284]

I'm so excited. I passed my criticall despite working through midnight and being Monday fatigue. Mama's on her way@ woot woot. Thank you for these cute vids. Encouraging.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!! Congrats and good luck in the next steps!

[@nicolenickelson4686]

@Laura Bryant I passed my Criticall Exam this past Saturday! I just wanted to thank you SO much for all of your very helpful, informative and wonderful videos! They were so very helpful in getting me to pass this exam. I so appreciate you and all that you are doing with your videos! Keep being AMAZING!

[@LauraBryant]

Awwww congrats!!! I am so glad I could help! Good luck with everything!

[@lilianarios2496]

I have my exam tomorrow. I’m a little anxious but this video was helpful. Thank you! :)

[@LauraBryant]

Liliana Rios great! How did it go?!

[@arif6003]

Hey. I watched your video 3 times and took notes. One I want to say you are very thorough. I took the criticall test after watching your video and i was so prepared i passed with a 93%. Thank you soooooo much for your help!

[@LauraBryant]

Brittney Brunner heyyy!! What... that’s awesome!! Congratulations!! You are so welcome so glad I could help!

[@arif6003]

Laura Bryant you definitely have me as a new subscriber!! Blessings to you!

[@NickJohannes_]

Watched this video only about 50 times before my exam this afternoon and guess what...I passed!! Thanks so much for your help! :)

[@andreawaibel3584]

I'm about to take the Criticall test in 4 hours. Thank you for the information, and your words of encouragement!

[@JeffreyCLee]

Andrea Waibel how’d it go?

[@JazzyLewis19]

Thank you for this! I watched this two times yesterday and took the test today for one in California. I was just informed I passed!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! Congrats!!!

[@coreyhenry1084]

I am VERY pleased that I found your posting. I take my test in a few days & had no idea what to expect which filled me with apprehension. Having someone explain this calmly has put me at ease (or as close to it as I can be) Thank you very much on behalf of all of us perspective 911 Dispatchers! 😅

[@LauraBryant]

Awwwww good luck and thank you for watching!!!!

[@sharoncarrel5659]

Thank you so much for doing this. I am horrible at taking tests. You are making this process so calming for me. I appreciate you.

[@keepingupwithdajoness5486]

I take my test in a few hours. I was nervous at first. Then I came across your video. I feel much better now. Thanks 🙏🏾. Wish me blessings.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! So glad I could help! Good luck!!

[@darealyvonne9956]

@laurabryant i just wanted to say thank you so much for this video. I had found this 2 days prior to my criticall test and everything you said in this video was exactly on the test. keep up the great videos and content definitely subscribing to this channel. May God bless you and hopefully i passed my test fingers crossed❤️. Good luck to anyone else who about to take this journey and move forwards.

[@LauraBryant]

Lovely Yvonne heyyyy!! First, thank you for subscribing... welcome to the family!! Hehe!!! I’m glad you passed your test and best of luck with the rest of the process!!

[@loripetersen7789]

I took my test this morning. I sure wish I had watched this video beforehand! I panicked! I had no idea it was going to have so many components to it and I was stressed! Looking forward to taking it again when I am eligible! Thank you for your work on this video, Laura!

[@emilitiachicadita]

I just wanted to say thank you for sharing this! I had just about given up on finding any info on the test when I found your video Wednesday night. My test was Thursday morning, so - yesterday. And I just found out today, that I passed! Your explanation really set my mind at ease and gave me the confidence to believe in my skills.

[@HeidiAndScots]

That's great! Are you doing dispatch work now?

[@CatharsisByProxy]

Ms. Bryant I just had to come back and say thank you so much for sharing your experience and insight about this. I came to your channel looking to ease my mind during the interview process and I'm so happy to say I start on the first of next month! 🥳♥️♥️♥️ Starting on the right foot and I'm feeling so blessed. I was raised by two LEO's but dispatch really is a whole different ball game. I cannot stress enough to you how much your videos have helped me chill out thus far 😁😁 haha Much love from Texas, stay groovy! 🏜️💫

[@LauraBryant]

Awwww I am so glad I could help!!!!!! From Dallas!

[@TheNajSD]

Hey, I have the Criticall test tomorrow and I'm just soaking whatever I can in. This is honestly the best bit of information I've found. This is better than the $40 programs and free practice tests out there. Keep up the work. And might I suggest maybe branching out a little and making a series of videos for each section of the test and include a link to your own website with a test?! It would be a great way to grow your channel, your educational influence, and make a few bucks. I would love to have something like that and pay a small fee or subscription. You'd blow that stuff out of the water! What's out there is awful. Please consider it!

[@LauraBryant]

Awwww! Those are such kind words!!! Something like that would be pretty awesome!!

[@HeidiAndScots]

How did it go?

[@TheNajSD]

@@HeidiAndScots I passed without issue. I ended up not taking the job as the conditions were poor. Estimated 5-10 years working graveyard and mandatory overtime, work all holidays, on call. I’d basically never see my family. Total bummer. They’re always short staffed too. Hard for anyone to swing that. I did learn a new sense of appreciation for the people that do the job. I now work at the county prosecutors office.

[@abbyguinn7181]

Just want to thank you so much for all your videos. A month ago I started watching and researching and with your help I passed criticall, had an interview, and was just offered a job last week! Still have to go through the final checks and physical and whatnot, but thank you a ton for posting these vids, they were so helpful.

[@gabriellagia1180]

I passed my Criticall test. Thanks to you!!! Really appreciated all the information you gave to help me prepare.

[@LauraBryant]

Congrats!! U are so welcome!! Thanks for watching!

[@matthewburdman27]

Thank you for this video! My test is on Thursday and your video is putting my mind at ease, clearing up misconceptions I had about the test and thank you for the positivity and help!

[@fastforwardm]

Thanks for the video! It's exactly what I was looking for when I searched KZbin for criticall! Edit: Passed the Criticall test!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!!! Congrats and thanks for watching!!!

[@NaeReese]

Girl, thank you so much! I watched this video twice and another one from you. I found your vids the evening before my test day but I passed with a 93 today 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 thank you for sharing!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!!! Congrats and good luck on your journey!!

[@NaeReese]

@@LauraBryant Thank you! 😊

[@coloradomoto3001]

A year later, your video is saving my actual life. I have my first CritiCall test scheduled in a week, and I feel a little more confident and prepared. Thank you! ❤️

[@LauraBryant]

OMG... that makes me soooo happy! I am so glad I can help!! Keep watching!!

[@sharhixon7220]

Laura you are awesome. I am currently enrolled in a POST 911 Dispatch course. Still several weeks away from graduation, your video was so informative and helpful. Thanks very much!!

[@LauraBryant]

shar hixon awww you are so welcome!!! Thanks for watching!!

[@HeidiAndScots]

How did it go?

[@marcmatheson9257]

Thank you, Laura, your CritiCall video is so great! You provided a clear and straightforward overview - I'm feeling so confident as I prepare for my test! Thanks again!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!! You are so welcome!! Good luck and keep us posted!!!

[@abbi277]

Just applied today, this job would be a dream come true! I’m watching all the videos I can so hopefully if I get called I can be more prepared than the other applicants! Thank you so much for all your videos!

[@LauraBryant]

Good luck with everything!! Keep us posted and ask questions if you have any!

[@sghaua]

@@LauraBryant Ms. Laura, do you think someone in her early, early, fifties can do this job? Asking for a friend. Loved the video! Thanks :)

[@Dano84]

Coming back after weeks later. I check this vid and another of yours while looking for info on the criticall. I think my test was like Dec 2nd. I knew I passed that day but just got my score. Passed criticall with a 96 and interview with a 90 so placed myself in position 3 for hiring. This was a great vid and thanks for the tips. This definitely helped me feel better prepared as each module came up. Thanks for the vid and tips!

[@gypsyhester3818]

Thank you for making this! I have googled everything I can think of to prepare and have been so nervous! I take my test tomorrow and feel a ton better now.

[@avahhensley6924]

update?

[@christinamontiel1131]

Thank you for posting this useful info! Struggled 2 years ago with Criticall but today went to test for another agency and slayed! Immediate interview afterward. Now waiting to see if I impressed them enough. You’re a gem💎

[@LauraBryant]

Christina Montiel AWESOME!!!! I’m so happy for you!!! Keep us posted!!!

[@HeidiAndScots]

Are you doing dispatch now?

[@Montfresh24]

Informative, thorough, encouraging. Thank you Laura!

[@LauraBryant]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kymonibellamy]

Man U the real MVP for this vid! Appreciate it sis! I take mine next week Wednesday!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!!! Thanks soooo much!!!! Let me know how it goes!!

[@leagarner6736]

Aloha!! Thank you!!! I'm prepping for the test in TWO days! I'm watching YOUR video in preparation for creating a hypnosis script to focus on relaxation, breathing and KNOWING my memory recall and overall ability is at its PEAK! Your video was very informative, you're calm, collected and encouraging! I had planned on spending the day rememorizing the alphaphonetic police code... after watching this I know I need to focus more on KNOWING my short term memory is awesome, and BREATHE!!! Can't wait to update you!!

[@LauraBryant]

How did everything go?

[@FuturePsychNurse]

So happy I found your Channel, I’m taking the 8 month course here in Canada in September very excited!

[@LauraBryant]

Karen Cole awesome!! I clearly need to come to Canada!!

[@desmererichardson1433]

Looked at your video Monday!! Listened to you while I DoorDashed. Practice memorizing plates, typing, and didn’t panick.. I passed with a 84% and 49 keystrokes per minute. This video was so helpful on the areas I needed to study

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome and congratulations

[@PurposeDrivenKedra]

My anxiety has slammed me today. I went in to take the exam this morning and was WAY too anxious 😩 I am due to take it again in about an hour. Praying that I pass!! Thanks for the video!

[@LauraBryant]

I understand!!! Stay calm!! U got this!!!

[@PurposeDrivenKedra]

Laura Bryant I ended up rescheduling! I couldn’t go right bk the same day. My nerves were ALL over the place! Thank you SO much! I’ll update you on the next testing date!!!

[@Favorites529]

Laura FYI you have subscribers all the way in Australia!! 🦘 We use Criticall here too, and my test is next week. Thank you so much for this video!!

[@LauraBryant]

Heyyyyy!!! How is cool is that!! Thank you for watching!! I am excited to be internationally known!!! You are so welcome... good luck with the process!

[@Sweets9282]

Now I’m going straight away to watch your interview and polygraph video. Haha. You’re awesome!!

[@LauraBryant]

Congrats on passing!!! Good luck with the rest of the process!! And yes.. watch all the other videos!!

[@cleoelisse2783]

I take my test sunday and I will definitely be reviewing this video several times beforehand. So excited to report back!

[@azjess1016]

Just took mine today! It was online so I did it from my laptop in bed. The agency sent me the link via email. I recommend using a computer with a keyboard that has 10-key. I would have been MUCH faster with the data entry if I didn’t have to use the numbers at the top of the keyboard…10 key would have been so nice lol. But I think I did really well! I only wish I would have seen this video soon. Fingers crossed I make it to the next round! I’m watching the rest of your hiring process videos tonight! Thanks for sharing!

[@averyonahicks2410]

I just had to come back to this video because I just took my critical test today and passed they told me the results immediately. I just wanted to thank you for this video because I knew exactly what to expect which made me comfortable and it really made a difference so thank you again 🎃🎉

[@nikinowell3774]

i take my test monday. fingers crossed everything goes as planned. thank you for this video i will watch it many more times before monday.

[@ethanwest9165]

I have a test tomorrow. They didn’t give me any explanation. I’m assuming this will be that test! I’m so happy I came across this video! Thank you!

[@lilia102994]

Okay guys I just passed my critical test I am sooo happy seriously guys I didn’t think I could do it I was about to not even show up But okay so the critical starts off with the typing test try to practice : () Practice entering the data the spelling was easy it was basically on homophones illicit was one of the words and whether was another also whole, son and I don’t remember the other words oh their and to Idk how I passed the map section but I did it essentially time so I had enough time to read the multiple questions and just follow the directions and see if it led me to the right direction Memorization So I thought when u are giving ur 6 words u would have to type it but no what it is is that u basically have 6 words and let’s say you have Eyes Nose Ears Mouth Shirt Plain They would ask what word was associated with shirt and the answer would be plain

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! Congrats on passing and thank you for that additional information!!! I’m sooooo happy for u!!

[@Odog789]

Thank you for the info and congrats!! How soon after did you find out you passed? I'm nervous about spelling 😓

[@lilia102994]

So you find out right away if you passed if you failed the test automatically stops....... if u passed it keeps going and at the end it says u have successfully completed the test

[@arlenecarrillo3658]

Congrats!

[@shaterricahandy4862]

Hi i took mines but i have a question i noticed you said it will say "You have successfully completed the test" mines kept going and at the end it said "You have completed all tests" Do you think i still failed or passed?

[@miracledukes5147]

Hello lady!! I took my criticall test today and passed it!! I never took it before. I researched the test and found your video!! I watched it 2xs!! Thank you so much!!

[@LauraBryant]

Yesssss!!! Congrats and good luck with the rest of the process!!! Keep us posted!!

[@miracledukes5147]

@@LauraBryant yes ma'am

[@tammysteel4366]

I take the test in two days. Thank you for your video.

[@galaxyalexanderh5737]

Really good video! I agree with everything you said..after taking it and failing the first (getting to try again as they are now hiring again). I think the most important piece of advice you gave- was to keep calm. I feel like I was trying to rush everything and I literally remember pushing the wrong responding agency, at the exact moment I did it! And you can't take it back either. You click it and it's done🤦 anyway . Appreciate the video and encouragement!

[@tre2597]

Thank you for this video I passed my test yesterday 😉

[@LauraBryant]

Heyyyy TRE!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! That is exciting news!! I hope the rest of the process goes well for you!! Keep us posted!!

[@tre2597]

Laura Bryant I will

[@camillemejia6048]

My test is this Monday for CHP. I’m nervous but your video definitely put things into perspective, I appreciate your help. I feel very prepared and I am trying to be very confident I’ve been telling myself that I want to get 100% and failing is not an option. We will see how it goes!

[@HeidiAndScots]

How did it go?

[@brittannync1]

I absolutely loved your video. You explained everything very well. You should be a trainer or teacher, you explain things damn near perfectly lol.

[@onetimenah]

I take my test today at 1pm and I'm so nervous but this video truly helped! I had no real time to prep they called me last week!!! So I've been scrambling around trying to get info and I came across this!

[@alyssagraham1144]

I got my email today to schedule my test due to covid and i was freaking tf out but you really made me calm down.

[@tomdemmer2435]

Have you gone yet? Also is your test in person?

[@alyssagraham1144]

Tom Demmer i test today in 3 hours!! And yes it is in person i just have to wear a mask!

[@AdorableAlGore]

Thank you sooo much for this! Watching this made me feel so much more relaxed about taking my first Criticall test on Thursday. Thank you!

[@LauraBryant]

Alex Gault awesome!! Good luck!! Let me know how it goes!

[@AdorableAlGore]

Hey Laura, I took my test Thurs - they told me I'd hear back in 2 weeks... but they called me today and I've moved onto the interview!! Can't thank you enough!! :)

[@LauraBryant]

Alex Gault yay!!!!! Awesome!!! I’m so happy for you!! Good luck with the rest of the process!!!

[@hellaevie]

Thank you for this video! I am about to take my test within a week...good to know a general idea of what to expect

[@nazielpierce3533]

I take my test tomorrow 😩 i was so nervous until I came across your video it eased my thoughts a little.. Thank you so much Queen 🙏🏽

[@LauraBryant]

I am sooooo happy I could help! How did everything go?

[@nubiac303]

I remember when I took the exam in december. When I walked in the room was filled with people. I had gotten through each portion. The last section was the one that took me out. I was so devastated because I was almost there. When I looked around there was only one more person in the room. I was stunned. It's a difficult test. I work as an RBT now so I probably won't try again but wish I saw this video back then. Best of luck to you guys

[@LauraBryant]

Awe man... It is a test that a lot of people don't pass. For me the hardest part was not knowing what to expect! Once I took it the first time and passed I was like I have to put something out there!

[@IAmHisBeloved5]

@@LauraBryant what is the last section about?

[@terphands]

You're the best! Thank you for these videos! Fingers crossed for me!

[@LauraBryant]

Best of luck! Thanks for watching!

[@haleylisenko960]

Yay I passed my criticall test!! Fingers crossed I get my 2nd interview in a few weeks 🙏🏼

[@LauraBryant]

AWESOME!!! Congrats!!!

[@ItIsMevlana]

Haley Lisenko how did it go?

[@TheLittleBlackShadeTree]

Thank you so much for this immensely helpful video! I just applied to be a 911 dispatcher but still hadn't heard of the criticall test so I'm so glad I stumbled into this video! I feel much better knowing what I'll soon be walking into.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!! I am so happy I could help! Good luck with everything and keep up posted on how it goes!

[@TheLittleBlackShadeTree]

@@LauraBryant The interview went great and I couldn't wait to start the job. However, despite my research, I was unprepared at how much the pay was. This dispatch center pays $9 per hour and no matter how much I wanted the job anyways, I couldn't justify it because of the sacrifice it would take on my family. I would be leaving my three young daughters at home with my husband who works from home. There's no way he could make that work when I'm only bringing in such a low salary. Hopefully when my girls are older I can still go back and re-apply. Thanks for all your help!

[@heatherpatterson1047]

I just found out I passed! Thank you so much for this video. It really helped.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!!!!!! Congrats!!

[@emmaleeboucher6711]

Thank you so much! This video was so helpful and I'm so grateful that you posted it !!! It has calmed my nerves as I go to take the test for the very first time tomorrow with no telecommunication experience!

[@LauraBryant]

emmalee boucher you are so welcome! I know exactly what you mean! I felt the same way! Keep me posted on how it goes!!

[@emmaleeboucher6711]

I PASSED!!!! I have a interview next week!!!@@LauraBryant

[@LittleMissCrista]

I'm so nervous to take mine. Thank you for this video!

[@LauraBryant]

You got it!! You are so welcome! How did it go?

[@jamichael777]

Thank you so much for posting this! I passed my Criticall test and your video helped me out so much.

[@LauraBryant]

Awwwww congrats!!! 🎊🍾🎉🎈 I’m glad I could help! Keep us posted on the rest of the process!!!

[@jamichael777]

Laura Bryant I actually had my interview day. And they called me like an hour and a half later and told me I got the job. 😊

[@LauraBryant]

Ja'Michael Scott thanks awesome!!! Congrats again!!! Now the real fun begins!!

[@shaymay013]

I have a test in Plano, TX!!! I also live in the Dallas area. I took the test about a week ago and somehow it went back to them as incomplete so they are allowing me to take it again this weekend. I should have searched for this video before I took the first one lol. Thank you for this!!

[@LauraBryant]

Heyyyy!! Oh yay that's good! Did you have to go in or are you doing it at home? Best of luck this time!! Let me know how it goes!!

[@shaymay013]

Laura Bryant I took it at home so it was much more relaxing. I think I did awesome but I will hear from them this week, hopefully tomorrow!

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! I never took criticall at home but I know for sure it could be a lot more relaxing that way!! Keep me posted!!

[@shaterricahandy4862]

Hey so I seen your comment about the one in Plano, Tx can I get any advice on what happened and what to expect on it I have one coming up.

[@shaterricahandy4862]

Shalin Hardin hey any updates?

[@work4whatyouwant477]

Im taking my test a week from now. Hoping I pass my first time. Tempted to buy a practice test just to have it engraved in my brain. Thanks for this!

[@sharonjones7724]

i have a test coming up to september 11th this is what they said will happen. The first component of your test will be a standard typing test. You need to type at least 30 net words per minute (WPM) to advance on to the second component. The next component will evaluate your ability to make decisions, enter audio data, summarize 911 calls, engage in cross referencing, prioritize information, comprehend reading passages, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. pray for me

[@tayw.8355]

SHARON Jones Good luck...I take my test on the 8th. I’m nervous but we got this. What’s for you is for you....no one but God can control that.

[@staceydobbins5487]

Thank you Laura!!! This video is so helpful. Didn't know this info. even existed on you tube. lol. I will be taking my test within the next couple of weeks. Wish me luck people!! Blessings for you for sharing this info. Remain positive sister!

[@user-ps1fm7rr8o]

Good Luck!! Let us know how it went..

[@LauraBryant]

You are so welcome!! I am glad I could help! Good luck with everything and keep us posted!!

[@Requiemrexx]

I passed! West coast dispatch hiring process here. It was brutal! For data entry and story remembering, the person spoke extremely fast. I would argue much faster than a normal person would give information. Thank God I practiced. This isn't an innate thing - it needs to be practiced. At least at the testing center I went to. I was really tired by the end. All I know is I passed it. Best of luck to everyone - Practicing data entry and someone giving you license plate numbers and phone numbers and addresses with no pauses, very fast, is a necessity.

[@LauraBryant]

AWESOME!!!! I am so happy for you!! Passing criticall is the first step to a long process that is great!!! Best of luck!!!

[@tajmaarmstrong567]

Thank you for this I take the test Friday and my anxiety was at an all time high but now I can relax...I was so shocked just to recieve the email...wish me luck!!

[@California92122]

Very interesting to hear about those tasks. I can actually imagine that many people don't pass it - very specific skills are necessary to be able to succeed in this job, right? I had to laugh about the spelling of "their, there or they're" - this alone eliminates TONS of applicants ;-) Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@LauraBryant]

Yes indeed it is very interesting!!! I was surprised that so many more people don’t pass... thanks for watching!!!

[@christopherperez1461]

Thank you so much! I am taking this tomorrow, and this saved my ass. I couldn't find any other helpful information or insight about the criticall test, and this was just perfect. I really hope that I don't let my nerves get to me and I am able to power through. Thanks so much again! You're awesome. -Nasrin Tijerina

[@LauraBryant]

Christopher Perez awesome!! Best wishes with your test!! Let me know how it goes!!! Thanks for watching!

[@kh040]

I thought i had done the critical before but i just did the practice module, it was basically the same thing. Tomorrow i have the real criticall test and im excited, im gonna pass!

[@kh040]

Got a 96% and was invited to do the polygraph next, super excited!

[@JessicaRodriguez-ux6jy]

This video helped me out and understand it more now. I will be booking my test Tomorrow. Thank you :)

[@LauraBryant]

Great!! So glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@trina7533]

I just applied today, I really hope I get a call or an email back for the job. I would love to do this. :)

[@LauraBryant]

Katrina B yes very rewarding career!!! Good luck with the process!! Let me know if you have any questions!

[@shael8205]

Katrina B Did you take the exam? If so, how was it ?

[@MzAmberJade]

I test tomorrow y’all and I’m excited! I tried back in July but I couldn’t find anything online so I wind my test and I got a 79% with 80% passing grade. I was so devastated so I’m going back at it and I’ve been studying like crazy! This this video helps so so so much

[@LauraBryant]

Hey Amber!! How did the test go?

[@lenishat4598]

Great video!! I just applied for a dispatcher job. Hopefully I get it

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome!!! Good luck with everything!!! Keep us posted!!

[@kylecas9104]

Laura I am doing the Criticall test this week! Thanks for this video! I will try to stay calm and not be too nervous as that sounds like the key :)

[@LauraBryant]

Hey Kyle and good luck!! Yes, you have to do all you can to stay calm... that is also so important doing the actual job so it is really good practice all around! Keep us posted!

[@tirado033]

Just did my test today. With the pandemic going on I was able to take it at home but it was exactly how you described it. I even had the word illicit on my exam lol

[@anstasiablagmon4289]

Any advice on prepping?

[@tirado033]

Anstasia Blagmon it’s mostly how she explains in the video but I would recommend to be quick yet calm and attentive. You do a lot of typing, you have to listen through calls. There is a spelling test. There is a portion of the test where they write out a sentence two different ways and you have to choose which is the correct way. There’s a simulated call where someone gives you random information about a situation and then they’ll ask you a specific question about that call. For instance let’s say someone says they went to the store in a red car at 3 PM and bought three watermelons and paid $13 they might ask you what color was the car they went to the store in. There’s a section where you have to put peoples information in, like name address phone number while simulating a call. They won’t necessarily give it to you in order to so you have to be able to bounce back-and-forth through different fields. There’s a screen that pops up on the bottom of the screen telling you of a certain situation and you have to determine what department to send that call to. Prior to the testing they explain what each department handles. There is a section where they explain a story and then ask you what the purpose of the story was. Before each test you can take a practice test so I always take them and take your time. They give you plenty of time to test. Don’t rush yourself. Good luck!

[@himanshusharma9812]

@@tirado033 hey I got an email for Toronto police communications operator to complete test by 4th jan ..my computer is broken lol need to fix it Can we give test on mobile??keyboard is must??

[@Lingalemon]

Thanks Laura! Been checking out your videos for the past two weeks, and taking the test today. Much appreciate your videos and feel much more comfortable about the test now.

[@LauraBryant]

Heyyyyy Chris!! Please accept my apologies for the time that it took me to respond. I hope that you did good on your test if you've done it already... if not good luck!!!

[@fionaedana]

Will be taking the typing test in the early afternoon, and then a "multitasking" test for two hours, which I assume is the Criticall test. Thanks for this video tip. 😊

[@LauraBryant]

fionaedana awesome!! Hope it was helpful!! Good luck!!

[@leannecruz9619]

I take my test on thursday, you helped my nerves with what to expect!! thank you for posting this.

[@LauraBryant]

Awesome best of luck!!! Thanks for watching!!

[@jenniferatkinipelatravel7705]

Hey!! I take the test in a week. I hope its the same for California. Thanks for the tips!

[@marlene6006]

Hi how did it go? I plan to apply for it

[@livefootagetube]

How was the Cali test????

[@michellehall7936]

I’m going to take it today. Been looking for information all week on what to expect. Thank you so much.

[@LauraBryant]

Michelle Hall awesome!! Good luck and keep us posted!!

[@michellehall7936]

Laura Bryant well I’m back. I already know I fail badly. It was too damn long and I had a pounding headache that got worse by the minute to the point I stared marking anything. Uuugghhh I’m so disappointed in myself. I’ll know the results by Monday

[@LauraBryant]

Michelle Hall maybe not. Depending on the agency, a lot of them don’t list you continue if you fail a section.

[@michellehall7936]

Laura Bryant she told us they don’t stop it anymore do to embarrassment. You take the entire 14 modules no matter how you’re doing. I found it difficult to type the information and read the incoming emergency calls. Doing that made me miss the information that was being fed to me through the headset. Uugghh.

[@shanyahhazel1826]

Taking my test in a fewer hours😫 *Fingers Crossed🤞🏿*

[@smellycat264]

Shanyah Hazel did you pass?

[@RubyTiz143]

I’m taking the test tomorrow and I’m shitting balls but this helped me have some peace of mind, thanks!!!! You’re a real one ✊🏼

[@LauraBryant]

Heyyy Ruby!! Thank you so much!! just try to calm yourself down. You'll be ok!! Good luck with the test!! Let me know how it goes!! Thanks for watchings!

[@RubyTiz143]

Laura Bryant Of course will do!

[@cherronrodriguez4694]

I PASSED!!!

[@LauraBryant]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

[@goddessreads6909]

How was it I'm nervous

[@johnr6205]

Hey Love the Videos ! I love watching dispatching videos im only 15 but as soon as im old enough im going into 911 dispatching in my county ! I love it thank you for all these nice videos! Keep up the good work :)

[@LauraBryant]

John Race you are so welcome!!! Glad u enjoy!!! It’s a great career!! 😊

[@druhf4434]

Took my criticall test today...find out results tomorrow...fingers crossed 🤞

[@courtneyr1291]

Did u pass?

[@courtneyr1291]

Was it hard, besides watching this video how did u prepare for the test?

[@LauraBryant]

How did everything go?

[@FabFergie]

I just got the email to take the criticall test online & my boyfriend told me to search KZbin because I was getting super nervous lol. Thank you so much for this video, it eased my mind

[@LauraBryant]

Fab Fergie awwwww awesome!! I’m glad I could help!! Say calm, focused and relaxed and you’ll kill it!! Let me know how it goes!!

[@FabFergie]

Laura Bryant thank you so much! I’m going to take it on Monday so I’ll let you know how it goes!!!!

[@tatianaguerrier6668]

How did it go?

[@FabFergie]

Tatiana Guerrier I passed the test! It was literally exactly how she said it would be. I’m currently going through the background check and next is the interview which should be pretty soon. I’m excited!

[@FabFergie]

Laura Bryant thank you so much for all of your help I’m in the hiring process now so THANK YOU ♥️

[@MC-ww1mq]

the process to get hired in is so incredibly long for me! Going on two months and Tuesday us the criticall test . Wish me luck

[@LauraBryant]

Yes, it is a long process!! But, it is well worth it! Best of luck with everything and keep us posted!!

[@tvbaby7025]

A big thank you for this Laura, very nice of you to do this - Happy New Years to you : )

[@mssaunders1552]

Very helpful, I will stay focused and just listen. I have a critical test 7/2/18 Wish me luck....

[@LauraBryant]

Yes let me know how it goes!!

[@mssaunders1552]

Laura Bryant willl do

[@mercedesjourney9930]

@@mssaunders1552 did you pass

[@mssaunders1552]

@@mercedesjourney9930 yes I did but every city state is different same material us different jurisdictions

[@weightloss_tallgirlfitness]

You got me feeling better about my test tmrw ❤ THANKS

[@LauraBryant]

Great! How did it go?

[@OwnedbyCorgis]

Thank you for this channel. I passed the Criticall test and I know it’s because you made me feel less frightened of it. Now they are having me take a written test called “The ECOMM / NTN” Do you have insight on what that is? They said it can take 4 hours. Any insight appreciated. Love your channel!!

[@HeidiAndScots]

How did it go?

[@jennsem476]

Wonderful tips. So very useful in helping me feel ready. Thank you!!!!!

[@hippychic4206]

@laurenbryant, you are so pretty!!!

[@LauraBryant]

Awwww how sweet!! Thank you so much!!!

[@rosepanda92]

Thank you so much im watching your video! I have a test on March 8, 21.... im so excited for this! Thank you for posting this!

[@rosepanda92]

Just wanted to update you. I had my Criti Call Test yesterday and I PASSED!!! On to the panel interview! Thank you so much for this video!!!!!! You are amazing in everyway!