The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a practical exam used to test a candidate’s physical ability to perform job tasks related to firefighting. CPAT is a physically demanding test that requires a candidate to use his or her physical, mental abilities and, in some cases, balance. The CPAT involves eight events that must be completed in 10 minutes 20 seconds. The CPAT process is used in the selection of firefighters in participating fire agencies throughout the State of Connecticut.
- CPAT Candidate Preparation Guide (31.69 MB large file)
- CPAT Candidate Orientation Guide (1.48 MB)
- General CPAT Information
- CPAT Courses Frequently Asked Questions
- Schematic Drawing of the CPAT Events
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The State of Connecticut has NOT YET posted the details of their Spring 2019 schedule on their website. But we have it on good authority that the folllowing information is accurate.
Registration opens 01/10/2019
Registration Closes 03/09/2019
Cost:
$175 for in state , $200 for out of state
Important Dates:
- 3/28/2019 Orientation 1
- 4/11/2019 Orientation 2
- 4/25/2019 Practice test 1
- 5/11/2019 Practice test 2
- 5/31/2019 CPAT
The system is set up that if you pass on a practice test you are done. If the candidates does not pass at the first test date, they will be “mentored” and invited to the next assigned date.
100 candidates are sceheduled per day, but they can reasonably accommodate 1400 candidates. So, additional days will added as needed.
