Candidate Physical Ability Test

The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a nationally recognized physical ability assessment developed by the IAFF and IAFC. The test consists of a continuous sequence of job-related events designed to evaluate a candidate’s ability to perform essential firefighter tasks.

Many Kansas fire departments require or accept CPAT certification as part of the firefighter hiring process for entry-level candidates.

HutchCC Fire Science is an IAFF-licensed CPAT testing site and conducts all testing at the Fire Science East Facility. Successful candidates receive a CPAT certificate valid for one year. What Is the CPAT? IAFF Watch the overview video - IAFF Firefighter Candidate Video (CPAT).

This video provides an overview of the CPAT events and testing process as developed by the IAFF.

Questions? Contact HutchCC Fire Science at 620-728-4460 or 620-728-4461.

Registration information for upcoming Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) dates is listed below.

Payment Process

After you have completed your registration, HutchCC Fire Science will contact you to collect the $85 testing fee. Please have a credit card available at that time.

If you prefer, you may also contact our main office directly at 620-728-4460 to submit payment.

Once payment has been received, you will be sent an email confirming:

• Your assigned test start time
• Additional testing instructions

Candidates must arrive at the testing facility 30 minutes prior to their scheduled test time.

Required Items for CPAT Testing

Candidates must bring the following on test day:

• Long pants are required; shorts are not permitted
• Athletic shoes
• Photo identification
• Check-in paperwork (required to test)

Important Notice

Testing details and your assigned start time will be emailed after payment is received. If you do not receive this information prior to your test date, please contact HutchCC Fire Science.

Cost:

• $85 – Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) (See registration details above)

Upcoming Test Dates

November 20, 2026 

Registration Link: Coming Soon

Registration and payment deadline: November 19, 2026

Test Location

All CPAT testing is conducted at the HutchCC Fire Science East Building, located on HutchCC’s South Campus:

11319 S. Halstead St.
Hutchinson, KS 67501

Map Location of Fire Science East - CPAT Building

Note: This facility is located south of the city limits and is not within the city of Hutchinson.

Questions or Assistance

For additional information or assistance, please contact HutchCC Fire Science at 620-728-4460.