Author Topic: Canadian Forces Aptitude Test (CFAT) FAQ (Read 285829 times)

kurokaze · « **Reply #50 on:** June 27, 2003, 11:15:00 »

1 min per question is ALOT of time.

Believe me. Later on during basic and your
subsequent courses is when you‘ll really
appreciate the value of a minute (even seconds)

But I digress, the CFAT is not hard.
Stay calm and answer the questions that you
can immediately figure out. That‘ll give you
more time to do the ones you have problems
with.

Benoit · « **Reply #51 on:** January 14, 2004, 17:09:00 »

Hello Guys I Need a little bit of help here. Im heading in to do my app test soon I need a few pointers on how to do well on the cfat. By the way I am applying to the infantry. Also how hard is it to pass the cfat? Or qualify for the infantry I should say. And also when is the next reg for basic starting? thanks alot.

CheersShag · « **Reply #52 on:** January 14, 2004, 17:36:00 »

The CFAT‘s not really something you can study for, you can only practice it, come to think of it I guess there‘s not much of a difference between the two.
The best practice I was able to find was an Online IQ test, which is what the CFAT seems like. It‘s not hard to find an IQ test online either...pretty much all you have to do is go to Google and type in "IQ test."
Other then that the only advice I would have is to get a good nights rest, eat a good breakfast, blah blah blah etc. etc. Pretty common stuff.

bobthebui|der · « **Reply #53 on:** January 14, 2004, 20:35:00 »

I wouldnt worry about it, since its mostly common sense questions. Remember, its an APTITUDE test, used by the CF to determine which type of learner you are (in most cases). Che pretty much hit the nail on the head, show up rested and alert and you‘ll do fine. Only pointer i could give, is make sure to read the questions carefully, and dont rush because your given more than enough time to do it.

GirlFiredUp · « **Reply #54 on:** January 24, 2004, 22:06:00 »

I‘m writing my CFAT on Tues morning and was wondering if the results determine if you are suitable for the trade you selected? I‘m going reserve and chose SigOp. I was told that I would have to score high on the math and unfortunately, I suck at math. Well not completely but the problem solving and number sequences always seem to get me. So lets say I don‘t score high on the math, does that mean I will have to choose another trade? I‘ve been doing lots of different IQ tests on line to practice but you either have it or you don‘t. I‘m nervous and if anyone can offer any suggestions or what to expect, I‘d really appreciate it. Thanks.

Alex · « **Reply #55 on:** January 24, 2004, 22:28:00 »

http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/ppc/grt_test_e.htm

That‘s a good test to practice with. It may seem difficult, but I think the CFAT is a bit easier. I haven‘t done it though, so dont quote me on that.

I think if your CFAT results don‘t match the requirements for your trade, you can either take it again or they give you your second or third choice of trade.

Doobie · « **Reply #56 on:** January 25, 2004, 10:45:00 »

Depending on your scores the CFAT will determine if you are eligibility for the trades you selected. As with any other tests make sure you are fully rested prior to writing the CFAT, this will improve your chances of getting a better score. The policy on re-writes is rather complex and will be explained to you if you do not meet the cut-off scores for you occupation selections. Practicing similar tests as you have been doing is good. Keep it up and good luck on Tue.

GrahamD · « **Reply #57 on:** January 26, 2004, 19:40:00 »

Just a thought, but generally apptitude tests measure the most basic elements of any given skill set, ie math, reading comprehension, sciences, etc.

If a trade requires that you are strong in math, and you aren‘t, then pursuing that trade may ultimately be setting yourself up for a very difficult time. Things are going to move very quickly when you get to your MOC training, and (this is just my opinion)I personaly wouldn‘t want to find myself dealing with the frusteration of always feeling a step behind coupled with the fact that I was still trying to adjust to military life.

Showing up to your first day of SigOp training weak in the area of math, is no different than showing up to your first day of Infantry training weak in the area of fitness. It‘s going to be hard enough on the prepared.

I would suggest that if you really want to pursue that trade, or any other math heavy trade, that you spend some time upgrading your math at school or nightschool. Obviously there isn‘t any time to do that before you take your apptitude test, but if you should be qualified for SigOp after you do take it, then that would be my suggestion for the time that you are waiting for the rest of your application to move forward.

As I said, just a thought.

Good luck on your apptitude test!

gryphon664 · « **Reply #58 on:** January 26, 2004, 20:00:00 »

believe me.. you don‘t need all that strong math to get into the trade.. it‘s good to have, but you‘ll also always have a pencil and paper in the back of your pod to do calculations :p

GirlFiredUp · « **Reply #59 on:** January 27, 2004, 10:35:00 »

I just got back from doing my CFAT and I didn‘t score high enough in the math section, therefore, I do not qualify for the SigOp trade.

I am a little disappointed but not entirely. I am sure I can do the job but maybe it is just not the right trade for me afterall. My 2nd and 3rd choices are available though (yes, these are my selections..hehe..RMC and SuppTech).

Right now I‘m not sure what I‘m going to do. I really wanted SigOp because of the field work. I don‘t want to be stuck behind a desk. Been doing that for well over 4 years now.

I may brush up on my math and re-write the test in 3 months or I may consider going in as a SuppTech. I could be in basic by the summer.

They did reimburse me $50 for my mileage though. That was real sweet!

Thanks again everyone.

JasonH · « **Reply #60 on:** February 01, 2004, 02:05:00 »

How much do I hafto worry bout when it comes to passing to be Infantry..

This wannabe grunt isn‘t too smart when it comes to my education (9-10-11 and no 12) has been ****. So this is gonna be a little complex to say the least since I missed a lot of school over the past 3 years due to Illness or surgery (2 surgeries just last year).

GirlFiredUp · « **Reply #61 on:** February 01, 2004, 14:13:00 »

Jay, look at Alex‘s post above and click on the link... its a practice test and a good example of what to expect on the CFAT. I‘m not sure what percentage range you have to score for the infantry but if you give the CF offices a call they‘ll be able to tell you. All the best.

CF_MacAulay · « **Reply #62 on:** February 06, 2004, 13:43:00 »

hey jay...infantry dont need high math or...well anything..the spacial test (lol like putting together building blocks and stuff) has a bit to do about it...and being bale to count from 1-30 (mag rounds) and stuff like that...i passed it first time...im in grade 11 and got a 62 in math...foundations..and i did it...so you should be fine...but call the recruit offices ne ways..they always know best..bt you might wait a week and a half for a simple anwser..they are alittle...short-handed there..lol.."hurry up and Wait"!

Paul F · « **Reply #63 on:** February 06, 2004, 13:47:00 »

For infantry, I believe you need one of the lowest scores in comparison to all other MOCs. I think it‘s down near Cook, and Steward, but don‘t quote me on that one.

Besides, the minimum education for infantry is grade 10, so therefore the score for infantry has to low enough for someone with a grade 10 education to get.

Da_man · « **Reply #64 on:** February 06, 2004, 19:05:00 »

you can get 100% on your CFAT with a 10th grade and a little logic.

Xfire · « **Reply #65 on:** February 06, 2004, 19:54:00 »

right now im studying my *** off to do the test and i was woundering whats the score to become an armoured crewman? im seriously lookin into this occupation

Nerf herder · « **Reply #66 on:** February 07, 2004, 13:44:00 »

Don‘t fret Patty...you‘ll do fine. The test is just made to see if you have some skills.

CF MacAulay...I‘m sure they have some room for you in the infantry, you don‘t need grade 12 math to know how to dig a hole

Regards

AlphaCharlie · « **Reply #67 on:** February 07, 2004, 16:44:00 »

Minimum you need is 18/60 LOL.

I scored 38 I believe. My "available trades" was like 2 pages long. O_o

Nate M · « **Reply #68 on:** February 08, 2004, 15:46:00 »

You will do fine. I qualified for everything with a grade 10 education. Just make sure you answer all the questions. I forgot to answer a few, just skipped over them and forgot to go back. But I still passed everything. Piece of cake.

Burnsy · « **Reply #69 on:** February 08, 2004, 15:47:00 »

Does anyone know what the minimum mark on the CFAT is, concerning officer positions?

Dano · « **Reply #70 on:** February 09, 2004, 11:05:00 »

Minimum is 20. I scored 11.

Year before that was a 7 I think, they never told me.

I did worse on the math section.

jutes85 · « **Reply #71 on:** February 09, 2004, 13:39:00 »

Just to be on the right track, we are talking about the Aptidute tests during reqruitment, right?

Anyways, after the CFAT I had my interview and the guy told me I scored a perfect score on my Math, but the English part was around 80%, probably because I was not born in Canada.

However, I did not recieve a list of trades I was qualified for, probably did not matter though :cool: .

Best advise I can give from experience is take your time and skip the questions you have trouble with and return later. It is not the hardest test in the world and anyone with atleast a grade 10 education and some concentration can pass it.

Benoit · « **Reply #72 on:** January 31, 2004, 14:25:00 »

I was just woundering what the policy was on re-writing the CFAT

venero · « **Reply #73 on:** January 31, 2004, 15:06:00 »

I think you have to waite 3 months to reatake it. If you do not get a passing score the you can‘t retake it unless you have a good reason why you should be able to retake it, Like if you went and took some turtoring or went back to school.

GirlFiredUp · « **Reply #74 on:** January 31, 2004, 19:57:00 »

Re-writing the CFAT does not always mean you failed.. at least in my situation it doesn‘t. I chose to re-write because I didn‘t score high enough on the math component for the trade that I want. I could have taken my 2nd or 3rd choice but I really want SigOp. Anyone know why they make you wait 3 months to re-write. That‘s a good thing for me. It will give me time to brush up on the algebra.

When you retest, those marks will over-write your previous marks and you can not re-write after that. No 3rd chances.

Benoit, what is your situation?

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Author Topic: Canadian Forces Aptitude Test (CFAT) FAQ (Read 285829 times)

Doobie

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Paul F

jutes85

venero