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To be selected for the CPFTA program, high school sophomores must:
- Be a Chicago resident
- Be a high school sophomore
- Complete an on-line application
- Submit the parental consent form
- GPA of 2.0 or “C” average or better upon completing the first two years of high school
- 95% attendance or better
- Two letters of recommendation
- State ID or valid drivers license with a good driving record
- Current physical examination (within twelve months)
- Pass a drug test (urinalysis)
- Complete a background check, which includes a fingerprinting and no felony arrests and convictions and no gang affiliations
- Program interview
Recruitment events are held at high schools, City Colleges of Chicago, and the police and fire academy during the months of February, March, and April from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Interested sophomores can apply on-line at www.cpfta.com beginning February of each year.
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