Application Pitch - Validated Physical Ability Test Score Estimator

The Validated Physical Ability Test(VPAT) is a test applicants must pass to get into the sheriff academy to become a deputy.

This accessible shiny app estimates your score on the VPAT, compares you to the previous test takers, and shows you how far from the cut score you are to see if you will pass or if you need to train more.

The VPAT is a test comprised of a:

• 75 Yard Obstacle Course (time to complete)
  
• 1.5 Mile Run (time to complete)
  
• Push ups (number of push ups)
  
• Arm Endurance (number of revolutions)
  
• Sit up (number of push ups)
  

The components were some of the most predictive components of sheriff academy success. They were combined using a multiple regression equation and although there is a pass-point for the combined test, there is no pass point for the components.

So, for example, you can compensate for a low push-ups count by running the 1.5 mile at a fast pace.

http://lasdcareers.org/physical-ability-test/

The application will let the applicant estimate a score based on the numbers for each components.

For instance, they would use the slider controls to enter the number of push-ups they can perform in the allotted time. They would use the sliders to enter the other data for each component. The application will then estimate a score using the regression equation (from validation study) and compare their score to the distribution of prior test-takers and the pass-point.

http://lasdcareers.org/physical-ability-test/

The application will:

• decrease calls from candidates who want to know what the minimum for each of the components,
  
• explain the scoring in an non-technical and visual way,
  
• help candidates know where they currently stand,
  
• help candidates estimate whether they will pass the test,
  
• help candidates set goals for each component and come up with a strategy to pass the test.

https://cvalle356.shinyapps.io/VPAT_Estimator_App/