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	*New Agent Training (continued)*
A Physical Training Test (PT test) is administered to each NAT during the first, seventh, and 14th week of training. A minimum 15 points, out of a possible 50, is required to pass each PT test. NATS are also required to pass a Defensive Tactics test as well. This focuses on grappling and boxing, handcuffing, control holds, searching subjects, weapon retention and disarming techniques. Each NAT must qualify twice with the Bureau issued handgun, and once with the shotgun. The NAT must also demonstrate familiarity with the Bureau sub-machine gun. While engaged in the aforementioned training, the NATS are given a case to investigate which will culminate in the arrest of multiple subjects. The investigation mirrors what they will experience in the field, since it is conducted at Hogan's Alley, a mock city built especially for practical exercises. The NATS conduct interviews, perform surveillances, and put to use the street survival techniques taught by the instructors at Hogan's Alley. NATU is staffed by Supervisory Special Agents that serve as class supervisors. They are assisted by two Special Agents, referred to as Field Counselors. These Field Counselors are Special Agents from the 56 Field Divisions throughout the Bureau, who have volunteered to spend 16 weeks at the FBI Academy. During these 16 weeks the NATU staff evaluates each NAT as to their suitability to be a Special Agent of the FBI. Graduation from the FBI Academy is determined by the following criteria: successful completion of the training program adherence to the FBI Core Values