CPAT Workshops & Timed Runs

A CPAT workshop is an opportunity for the candidate to practice/train on the actual CPAT course. CPAT workshops are only offered to those candidates who have ranked between 1-550 on the entrance exam.

Candidates must come in CPAT dress attire and may work on individual events or on the entire course as a whole.

2025 CPAT Schedule(PDF, 302KB)

Official Test Schedule

Please ensure you arrive on time. Late arrivals will be counted as a failure. You must have your ID on test day.

Those residing more than 100 miles aways can test on December 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. or at their designated rank time slot. 

Items Required

The following are required:

• Valid driver's license
• Proper attire:
  • Full length t-shirt with sleeves (no cut-off's).
  • Full length pants (hip to ankle).
  • Shoes covering toes and heels.
  • No jewelry permitted, including earrings and watches.

The following will be provided:

• helmets
• gloves
• weight vests

NOTE: Leave all valuables in your vehicle.

Mandatory Timed Runs

A CPAT Timed Run is a practice run through of the actual CPAT course. You will be timed and proctored during your CPAT Timed Run so you can have a better understanding of things you may or may not need to work on.

Timed Runs are mandatory unless you signed a waiver at the CPAT orientation. You must attend at least 2 mandatory Timed Runs.

Should you have further questions contact SAFD Applicant Processing office at 210-207-8428.