What is the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)?

The job of a fire fighter is one of the most physically demanding jobs in North America. It requires high levels of cardiopulmonary endurance, muscular strength and muscular endurance. The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) consists of critical physical tasks that simulate actual job duties on the fireground.

Who Offers a CPAT test?

Mesa, Glendale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix Colleges work together to provide CPAT testing needs for fire department recruit candidates. Please visit the MCCCD CPAT website to find testing times, locations and registration information.

MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE CPAT SCHEDULE - 2009/2010

CPAT TEST: DECEMBER 8, 2009 (Tuesday - 9:00 am)
Orientations: 10/20/09 and 10/27/09 @ 9:00 am
Practice Tests: 11/10/09 and 11/17/09 @ 9:00 am

CPAT TEST: JANUARY 16, 2010 (Saturday - 8:00 am)
Orientations: 11/20/09 @ 9:00 am and 11:00 am
Practice Tests: 12/11/09 and 12/13/09 @ 8:00 am

CPAT TEST: MAY 1, 2010 (Saturday - 8:00 am)
Orientations: 3/4/10 @ 9:00 am and 11:00 am
Practice Tests: 4/2/10 and 4/3/10 @ 8:00 am

The CPAT Orientations and Practices are optional. Once you have registered, you are eligible to attend both orientations and both practices for the CPAT. They are provided to help prepare for the CPAT and are included in the registration cost. However, you are not required to attend any of these events to take the CPAT.

Registration:

*** Registration is limited to availability***

REGISTRATION HOURS:

MONDAY - THURSDAY: 8 AM - 4 PM

1.Cost:

$150.00 or
$50.00 with completion of FSC 130 within 12 months
$50.00 Renewal CPAT with Mesa Community College within 12 months

* Due to the need for equipment and proctor scheduling, the registration fee is non-refundable. *

2. To register by credit card:

You can register in the office or call Tina Anderson at the MCC Fire Science Department (480-461-6307) to register by phone.

3. To register by cash or check:

You must come into the MCC Fire Science Department at:

145 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201

Test site:

7360 E. Tahoe Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85212
Click here for a map

Preparing for the CPAT:

Preparation Guide for the CPAT (pdf): Click here
Orientation Guide for the CPAT (pdf): Click here

CPAT Check List

FAQ's

Contact Tina Anderson for further information by email or phone: 480-461-6307