Cadet Testing

Civil Air Patrol regulations govern policies on special accommodations which may be afforded to members when conducting graded/scored tests. This web page only intends to provide guidance to members and parents on cadet testing accommodations protocols and does not serve as official policy or instruction for the administration of testing. 

These accommodations do not only pertain to "written-style" testing—such as leadership and aerospace tests—but also pertain to physical/skill-based testing—such as drill or fitness tests. 

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Where can I take my online tests?

Online testing can be accessed in the AXIS Learning Management System in eServices. (Login is required for access)

Look for the Cadet Interactive Modules courses in the catalog. Remember that online quizzes (non-milestones) are open-book but may be timed. The intent is to study the material to understand the subject matter, not to complete the test as quickly as possible by word-searching through online material. 

Non-milestone courses and quizzes are completed at your discretion at a time that is convenient for you. 

Can special accommodations be made for taking my test?

Testing accommodations vary person-to-person and should be determined as a joint approach between parents, CAP leaders, and the cadet involved to ensure that a reasonable, practical approach is taken to assist cadets in maximizing their testing performance. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to providing accommodations for testing; each situation is unique to each individual. 

While there is no specific type of accommodation that must be provided, some of the accommodations that can be made available and implemented include, but are not limited to: 

• Allowing for extra time to complete normally-timed tests

• Verbally conducting tests to explain the question in another manner

• Allowing cadets to complete tests by explaining their selected answers

• Conducting testing away from other individuals or in an environment that reduces distractions

• Providing an option to type answers instead of writing them by hand

The intent is to provide an alternative means to complete testing without compromising the integrity of test questions/standards (i.e., not "giving the answer" but instead, for example, giving a different explanation which can help to lead to the cadet selecting their answer). Accommodations made must be reasonable and directly relate to the cadet's needs to successfully progress through the CAP Cadet Program.

Accommodations are not required to be requested; and parents or cadets may choose to forgo testing accommodations to "give it a try" and see how the cadet performs without the accommodation. In such instances, individuals should be mindful that cadets may not re-test for at least 7 days after failing to pass any test regardless of accommodations afforded. 

Parents of cadets who may already be on an Individualized Education Program (IEP) should have that information disclosed to CAP leaders to ensure that the unit can best mirror accommodations provided within the IEP in order to provide the most stable, consistent testing approach for the cadet. 

The Squadron Commander is the ultimate authority to approve or deny testing accommodations for cadets and may reach out to parents to provide more information to ensure the best approach is taken. CAP makes every attempt to make testing accommodations discreet and confidential to need-to-know personnel in order to maximize the integrity of testing programs and minimize sharing an individual's personal matters. Need-to-know personnel include: Squadron Commander, Deputy Commander, Testing Officer (and/or designated test administrator). *Senior-ranking cadets may be considered need-to-know in order to assist in facilitating the testing or ensuring that the cadet is excused from activities during their personal testing period. 

What happens if I fail a test?

If you fail a test, you must wait at least 7 days before you may take the test again. 

If you fail an online test, the system will lock you out until 7 days have passed, at which time you may make another attempt. If you fail an online test for the second time, for that specific test, the system will lock you out until a senior member unlocks the test for you. 

I failed a test because there was a glitch (system timed out, internet failure, etc.). What do I do?

If you believe the failure was in error due to issues beyond your control, contact a senior member and inform them of the issue. They will make the determination if it is appropriate to unlock the test for a reattempt. 

I am ready to take a milestone test. How can I schedule that?

Milestone tests are arranged through your chain of command. 

The Wright Brothers (Cadet Staff Sergeant) milestone exam is a closed-book leadership test, Learn to Leaders Chapters 1-3, which also includes a practical (in-person) drill test. Testing may be conducted on the same day or on separate days. 

The Mitchell (Cadet Second Lieutenant) milestone exam is a closed-book test which has two components: aerospace, Aerospace Dimensions Modules 1-7, and leadership, Learn to Lead Chapters 4-8. These may be taken on the same day or separate days. 

The Spaatz (Cadet Colonel) exam is a closed-book test which has three academic components: aerospace, leadership, and a written essay. These exams are comprehensive (covering all aerospace and leadership subject matter taught since the start of cadet training) and are administered at the Wing level, not the Squadron level. Additionally, there is a fitness testing component to the Spaatz Exam which resembles the U.S. Air Force Academy Candidate Fitness Assessment. You can arrange for setting up the Spaatz Exam by consulting with the unit commander to determine eligibility and readiness for scheduling the exam. Cadets should note that they are going to be expected to arrange their exam facility in coordination with the Ohio Wing Cadet Programs team.