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This FPSI and NFST Test Preparation Resource is designed for aspiring firefighters preparing for the Fire & Police Selection, Inc. (FPSI) National Fire Select Test (NFST). The NFST is widely used across the United States and in parts of Canada, including British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.
In Ontario, the FPSI/NFST aptitude test is frequently utilized by various fire departments and recruitment agencies in the region.
This resource covers the National Fire Select Test (NFST). For the Comprehensive Examination Battery, see the CEB / FACT / NFST Prep Course.
The FPSI Firefighter Aptitude Test Preparation Course breaks down what to study for the Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT), National Fire Select Test (NFST) and the Comprehensive Examination Battery (CEB):
The National Fire Select Test (NFST) is developed by Fire & Police Selection, Inc. (FPSI), a premier provider of public safety testing solutions for government and recruitment agencies across Canada and the U.S.
FPSI offers valid and reliable entry-level firefighter examinations designed to predict job success. These tests are tailored to specific regions, including versions for both the United States and Canada:
| Version | Details |
|---|---|
| FPSI National Fire Select Test (NFST) | The standard version used widely across the United States. |
| FPSI National Fire Select Test (Canadian Version) | Tailored with metric measurements and Canadian context for departments in Ontario and beyond. |
These exams reflect the real demands of a firefighter career, assessing essential cognitive and behavioral traits—such as reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, map reading, writing ability, and human relations skills—essential for effective decision-making on the job.
| Section | How to Prepare |
|---|---|
| Oral Communication | 1. Practice listening to passages read aloud 2. Simulate test conditions with distractions 3. Use a “memory dump” strategy immediately after listening |
| Reading Comprehension | 1. Read at a pace that ensures understanding 2. Confirm answers using the text, not prior knowledge 3. Read fire-related materials to improve fluency |
| Mechanical Aptitude | 1. Understand simple machine principles (pulleys, gears, levers) 2. Memorize formulas for volume and mechanical problems 3. Practice spatial reasoning with maps and diagrams |
| Mathematical Ability | 1. Give yourself time to master basic operations 2. Identify weak areas and practice repeatedly 3. Know multiplication facts, area and volume formulas, and solve without a calculator |
| Human Relations | 1. Read scenarios carefully and answer objectively 2. Prioritize tasks and select the most appropriate response 3. Understand the firefighter personality and teamwork requirements |
Each online session is designed to teach adult learners across North America how to pass their firefighter written exams.
8 hours of online private instruction with Lou-Anne, an experienced Firefighter Tutor.
This course is not a substitute for math tutoring. Students should have a working knowledge of basic operations. Students are expected to take their own notes. Hard copy notes are available at cost.
Whether you are just beginning firefighter test preparation or looking to improve your performance, we are here to help.
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