California Psychological Assessment & Consultation
Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluations for Federal Law Enforcement
San Diego | Serving All of California
Pre-employment psychological evaluations are a required component of the federal law enforcement hiring process. Following a conditional job offer, applicants undergo a structured psychological assessment to determine whether they meet the psychological suitability standards for the position.
Dr. Benjamin Felleman, Ph.D. provides pre-employment psychological evaluations for federal law enforcement applicants throughout California. Dr. Felleman is a licensed clinical psychologist in San Diego (PSY 28401), a staff psychologist at the VA San Diego Healthcare System, and an Assistant Clinical Professor at UC San Diego.
Who Requests These Evaluations
Pre-employment psychological evaluations for federal law enforcement are typically requested by hiring agencies following a conditional job offer. Dr. Felleman conducts evaluations for applicants to the following agencies and positions:
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) — CBP Officers and Agriculture Specialists
• U.S. Border Patrol — Border Patrol Agents
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS) — law enforcement and public safety roles
• Transportation Security Administration (TSA) — federal security officer positions
• Other federal law enforcement and public safety positions requiring psychological suitability review
Evaluations are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the requesting agency.
What the Evaluation Assesses
Federal law enforcement psychological evaluations assess whether an applicant demonstrates the psychological fitness required for a demanding public safety role. Evaluations typically examine:
• Emotional stability and stress tolerance
• Judgment, decision-making, and impulse control
• Integrity and conscientiousness
• Social competence and interpersonal functioning
• Psychological conditions that may impair performance in a law enforcement role
Each evaluation is tailored to the specific requirements of the requesting agency. Evaluations are conducted in accordance with professional and ethical guidelines established by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Evaluation Process
Step 1: Scheduling
Contact Dr. Felleman's office to schedule your evaluation appointment. Many agencies require the applicant to self-schedule directly with the evaluating psychologist.
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Step 2: Intake Documentation
Prior to the evaluation, you may be asked to complete intake forms, provide identification, and supply documentation required by the requesting agency.
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Step 3: Evaluation Session
The evaluation is conducted in-person at Dr. Felleman's San Diego office. The session includes a clinical interview and administration of standardized psychological testing instruments.
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Step 4: Written Report
Following the evaluation, a written report is prepared and submitted directly to the requesting agency. Applicants do not typically receive a copy of the report unless required by the agency.
Fees
Fees for pre-employment psychological evaluations are typically between $600 and $900. Payments are provided by the requesting individual and health insurance does not reimburse for these evaluations.
Timeline
Pre-employment psychological evaluations are typically completed within one to two weeks of the evaluation appointment, depending on agency requirements and report turnaround standards.
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If you have a specific deadline imposed by the hiring agency, please inform Dr. Felleman's office at the time of scheduling.
Service Area
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Dr. Felleman provides pre-employment psychological evaluations for federal law enforcement applicants in San Diego and throughout California. Remote or telehealth evaluation components may be available where permitted by agency guidelines.
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Feel free to call or email to schedule a free consultation.