The Division’s certification programs simply could not exist without the assistance from trained certification exam evaluators. In order to ensure consistency within the certification testing process, evaluators attend a mandatory a class that covers the specific skill criteria and test administration process.

To become an evaluator, an individual must be certified as a Fire Service Instructor, be certified at the level being evaluated, attend evaluator training, and agree to abide to the Division’s certification and testing policies.

See our Calendar of Events for available seminars.  Seating is limited!  All applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis.  Please review the Evaluator Criteria before applying to the seminar.  If accepted, the applicant will be sent a letter confirming their attendance and noting additional instructions.

Course applications and schedules may be obtained by contacting the Training Unit at (573) 751-2930, by e-mail at dfstrain@dfs.dps.mo.gov, or are available for download by selecting the following links:  (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader - download reader now)

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