Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
It’s vital experienced personnel who play a role in the application of fire protection and prevention demonstrate qualifications to employers, peers, and the public by earning industry certifications.
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
Program Fee - Application/exam - $499
Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeApply fire protection engineering principles to building systems following NFPA standards and local building codes.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze fire hazards and risk factors in occupational environments using systematic assessment methodologies.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret fire safety codes and regulatory requirements for compliance verification in commercial and industrial settings.Developing
- Hands-onPerform fire protection system inspections and testing using industry-standard equipment and procedures.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate fire prevention strategies and mitigation techniques across diverse facility types and occupancy classifications.Developing
- KnowledgeCompare active and passive fire protection systems to recommend appropriate solutions for specific applications.Developing
- Hands-onOperate fire detection and suppression equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.Developing
- MindsetRespect professional responsibilities to protect life safety and property when making fire protection recommendations.Developing
- KnowledgePrepare fire safety plans and emergency response procedures tailored to organizational needs and regulatory standards.Developing
- KnowledgeIllustrate fire protection concepts and technical information to employers, peers, and stakeholders using clear communication.Developing
Skills developed through this program
- Evaluate and document fire protection systems for code compliance and life safety requirements in new and existing buildings
- Inspect and analyze fire protection, life safety, and building systems to mitigate loss exposures and ensure occupant safety
- Analyze and recommend fire and life safety codes and standards for the built environment
- Ensure integration of fire protection and life safety systems within buildings per applicable codes and regulations
- Coordinate and oversee implementation of fire protection and life safety system designs during construction
- Perform fire loss investigations to determine origin, cause, and damage using fire dynamics and analytical methods
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
The CFPS certification, based on the 21st edition of the Fire Protection Handbook®, helps individuals dedicated to reducing fire loss prove their education and experience by passing a rigorous certification exam.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
To be eligible to take the CFPS examination, candidates must demonstrate on the CFPS examination application that they meet one of the following criteria. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Fire Protection-related discipline* from an accredited college or university, including degrees in engineering fields that are applied to the practice of fire protection; plus TWO years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial. Associate’s degree in a Fire Protection-related discipline* from an accredited college or university, or a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any unrelated field; plus FOUR years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial. High school diploma or equivalent, plus SIX years of verifiable work experience dedicated to curtailing fire loss, both physical and financial.
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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