Will the Charleston Fire Department accept CPAT certification from another agency/municipality?

Yes. The City of Charleston Fire Department will only accept Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification from other “licensed” agencies or municipalities. You must show proof of successful completion from a licensed agency within the past 12 months from February 1, 2020.

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1. How much does the gear weigh?
2. At what point in the process do I need to schedule the physical ability test (PAT)?
3. Will the Charleston Fire Department accept CPAT certification from another agency/municipality?