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.
2008 Maricopa Community Colleges CPAT Schedule
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January
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February
MCC
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March
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April
GCC
MCC
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May
PC/PVCC
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June
GCC
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July
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August
GCC
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September
MCC
PVCC |
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October
GCC
PC/PVCC |
November
MCC
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December
GCC
PC/PVCC
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Links to participating institutions:
*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.
Preparing for the CPAT:
Orientation Guide for the CPAT: (click here)
Preparation Guide for the CPAT: (click here)
CPAT Orientation Video: (click here to view video)
Costs Associated with the CPAT: (click here)
Regional Proctor Training:
(schedule in progress)
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