Course Description:  The Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety Entrance Physical Ability Test (EPAT) is based on the fundamental skills of a firefighter that will test a candidate’s strength and cardiovascular endurance. These elements will ensure a candidate has the core, lower and upper body strength with the overall endurance to facilitate key functions over a pre-determined time frame.

**This is a closed session no visitors are allowed on grounds during testing

**Please note that this test is a minimum and does not accurately depict the overall strength and endurance required to successfully perform the tasks of a firefighter throughout the Firefighter I & II program.

Description of the EPAT is located on the Firefighter I & II page, Step 2. 

EPAT Instructional Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XLxMkZsB6Y 

Equipment

Appropriate workout clothing

• T-shirts
• Shorts / Sweats
• Sneakers with good ankle support
• Gloves (Extrication, Mechanics or Workout) are recommended 
• Appropriate food and water

Pre-requisites: - 

• Completed Medical Form & Physical Exam:

  • Access the required form: DFS-K4-1022-Medical-Form.pdf (csrips.org) 
  • Must be completed within 6 months of EPAT/Class and includes a Medical Office Stamp.

• Proof of Age:

  • A copy of your Driver s License or birth certificate.
  • For Students Under 18: A Minor Release and Waiver Form will be required.

• Tuition Fee:

  • A non-refundable tuition fee of $65.00 is required.

HOW TO APPLY 

Registration is an online process that requires uploads and completion of information in the automated system. Please follow these steps carefully:

Step 1:

1. Select Your Course:

   • Choose your course below. Note: Registration opens only at/after the Registration Start Date and Time. If you cannot select a course, it may be full or registration may have closed.

2. Sign In/Create Account:

   • Returning students: Sign in using your MyCSRIPS username and password.
   • New students: Create a MyCSRIPS login.

3. Pay Registration Fee:

   • Complete the payment of the non-refundable fee.

After completing Step 1, you will receive an email within 1-2 business days with instructions for completing the Step 2 Application in your MyCSRIPS portal.

Step 2:

1. Complete EPAT Application:

   • You will have 1-2 business days to complete this step, with a deadline specified in the email.

2. Required Information:

   • Accept Release/Waivers
   • Provide Emergency Contact information
   • Upload the completed Medical Form
   • Upload a copy of your Driver’s License/Birth Certificate

Ensure that your email address has been entered correctly. Also, check your email s SPAM folder regularly.  You are required to complete Step 2 by  the deadline stated in the email.

Do not register at this time if your medical form is not complete, you will only have 1-2 business days to submit the Step 2 Application and required information.

The EPAT is a requirement to get into Firefighter I & II and is valid for 6 months.  It must be valid on Day 1 of class.

"I hereby certify that I am registering for this class for myself and not on behalf of another person. I understand that creating an account and registering for another individual may result in my disqualification from participating in this course."

By continuing with your application and making payment, you are agreeing to these terms.

• ATPC16527 Firefighter I & II