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CPAT - CANDIDATE INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age at time of first scheduled session
- Registration Form must be received by NIPSTA at least 1-week prior to first requested session
- Must provide government-issued drivers license
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Fees:
- $99.00 includes Orientations, Practice Run, and Test
- $25.00 for a replacement or lost CPAT identification card
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Payment:
- All fees must be paid in full before a CPAT registration is confirmed
- The fee is payable to "NIPSTA" by check or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.
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Refunds:
- Refunds will not be given after payment is received by NIPSTA
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Rescheduling:
- At the discretion of NIPSTA, an Orientation, Practice Run, or Test may be rescheduled if requested at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled date
- Failure to attend a scheduled Test will result in forfeiture of all fees paid
- Call (847) 998-8090 or email information@nipsta.org
- All fees will be forfeited if an attempt to complete the CPAT Test is not accomplished within 12 months of submission of payment
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Proper Attire Must Be Worn To Participate In Any CPAT Session:
- Long pants (No shorts)
- T-shirt or sweatshirt
- Footwear with no open heel or toe
- No loose or restrictive jewelry
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CPAT SCHEDULE
November 8 , 2008 |
March 7, 2009 |
July 11, 2009 |
December 6, 2008 |
April 11, 2009 |
August 8, 2009 |
January 10, 2009 |
May 9, 2009 |
September 12, 2009 |
February 7, 2009 |
June 13, 2009 |
October 10, 2009 |
Candidates may choose from any of the above dates when scheduling an Orientation, Practice Run, or Test. Select one date per session. Sample Registration Form
ORIENTATIONS: It is strongly recommended that two Orientations be attended during the eight-week period preceding the CPAT Test. Orientations run for approximately two and a half hours.
PRACTICE RUNS: A maximum of two timed Practice Runs may be performed approximately 30 days prior to the CPAT Test. NIPSTA will schedule the time of each candidate's Practice Run. Practice Runs are included as part of the Orientation. Orientation and Practice Run sessions will be held between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The exact time of day will be provided to a candidate upon receipt of the CPAT Registration Form.
TESTS: CPAT Test sessions will be held between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The exact time of day will be provided to a candidate upon receipt of the CPAT Registration Form.
NOTE: Candidates are not required to participate in the Pre-Test Preparation Program (Orientations & Practice Runs) prior to the CPAT Test, but it is strongly recommended. Candidates who elect to bypass the Pre-Test Preparation Program are required to sign a written waiver prior to completing the CPAT Test.
CPAT Registration Form - Submit CPAT Registration Form and payment at least one week prior to the selected CPAT session date. For assistance in completing the CPAT Registration Form, view a Sample Registration Form.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CPAT INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS
Complete CPAT Instructional Video
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THE CPAT AT NIPSTA
The Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) is a licensed administrator of the CPAT. The test is offered year-round at an indoor location on a 20-acre Campus in Glenview, Illinois.
NIPSTA is an intergovernmental agency that offers a one-of-a-kind cooperative approach to emergency preparedness and response. The specialized CPAT equipment and the trained CPAT personnel are available on-site to provide a convenient and affordable means of assessing individual physical ability.
NIPSTA delivers the CPAT in accordance with strict guidelines prescribed by the IAFF and IAFC. Candidates receive the mentoring and orientation that help them to successfully complete the test. This results in a larger and more qualified pool of candidates who are eligible for employment in the fire service.
Dozens of fire departments in Illinois now include the CPAT in their firefighter candidate recruitment process.
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ILLINOIS DEPARTMENTS UTILIZING CPAT
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