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Candidate Physical Ability Testing Division
CPAT Voicemail: 630-910-2087 Fax 630-910-2085 www.sufd.org
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The Southwest United Fire Districts Fire Training Academy (SUFD) serves the Chicago Metro area. The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a pre-employment test developed in cooperation between the International Association of Firefighters and the International Association of Fire Chiefs and is comprised of a comprehensive orientation, preparation and testing program. Individuals may register and take part in CPAT Pre-Certification for use in fire department hiring processes. These candidates must declare the departments they are testing for during registration. Upon successful completion of the test a CPAT Identification Card will be issued to the candidate. Testing fees will be $150.00 and payment is required at time of registration. Payment by check, money order or cash only. Registration fee is non-refundable after orientation session. Candidates who elect to sign waiver of participation in orientation period may challenge CPAT during Timed Course Practice test dates or CPAT Test Dates by appointment only. Appointments may be requested at cpat@sufd.org. Registration fee is required prior to each test attempt. Each session begins with an Orientation meeting and Station Practice session to familiarize the candidate with the CPAT. Candidates will have the opportunity to ask questions of the proctor staff and Peer Fitness Trainers and to view orientation video of the course and process. As part of the orientation and preparation process, candidate orientation guides and test preparation guides are available for downloading or viewing at www.sufd.org.
Testing & Orientation Facility Location
Chicago Roofers Apprenticeship Training Center
Indianhead Park, IL 60525
(This is a private road accessed at approximately 7014 So. Wolf Rd.)
See detailed map and directions at www.sufd.org
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| 2012 CPAT Testing Schedule |
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Session 1
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Session 2
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Session 3
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Session 4
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Session 5
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Session 6
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Session Registration,
ORIENTATION &
Station Practice
(A Station Practice follows
after each Orientation)
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January 10
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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February 20
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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April 3
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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June 6
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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August 16
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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October 11
5:30pm
Registration
6:30pm
Orientation
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Station Practice
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Jan 16
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Feb 28
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Apr 13
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Jun 13
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Aug 21
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Oct 16
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Timed Course Practice
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Jan 30
Feb 9
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Mar 8
Mar 21
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Apr 24
May 4
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Jun 20
Jun 29
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Aug 28
Sep 12
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Oct 30
Nov 7
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CPAT Test
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Mar 14
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Apr 23
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Jun 4
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Aug 8
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Oct 17
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Dec 12
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Practice & Test times are generally at 8:00 & 9:00am. Candidates will select their specific times during the Orientation session.
Open Test challenges are available only by APPOINTMENT at cpat@sufd.org on Timed Course Practice & Test Dates only.
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TRAINING; THE Solution to
Firefighter Safety and Survival
Candidate Physical Ability Test Center
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The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a pass/fail test encompassing eight events that challenge the applicant as if they were on the scene of a working fire. It is a timed test that gives the applicant 10 minutes and 20 seconds to complete. Candidates wear a weighted vest to simulate the weight of firefighting equipment, hardhat, and gloves throughout the test.
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Convenience: All materials, equipment, and manpower are provided throughout the process. Your department will not have the large expense associated with equipment purchases, equipment storage, and training instructors.
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Time: The SUFD CPAT program can save your agency time by providing all the necessary comprehensive physical ability services normally conducted by agency staff.
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Protection: The CPAT is a legally defensible, validated testing process that gives you the tools to hire the best possible applicants for your department. It meets criteria established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), United States Dept. of Justice (DOJ), and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
Transportability: CPAT is designed for the entire fire service, the “gold standard” of physical ability testing. It is recognized around the globe as a validated process and is accepted by many fire departments across the United States.
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 Click here to Download 2012 CPAT General Information Sheet
Click here to Download CPAT Orientation/Practice/Testing Center Directions & Map
Click here to Download Candidate Preparation Guide
Click here to Download 2012 CPAT OPEN Test Challenge with Ladder Instructions/Registration
Click here to Download 2012 CPAT FULL Session with Ladder Instructions/Registration packet
Click here to download CPAT Frequently Asked Questions
Click here to Download 2012 SUFD CPAT Brochure
Click here to Download Instructions for Replacement of a lost CPAT Card
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CPAT Orientation Video
Click here to Download a video of the Full CPAT
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