Fire Service training presents many challenges, all of which can be met by well-prepared and educated instructors. Instructors provide the fire fighters and emergency responders with the knowledge and skill resources that enable them to perform their jobs in a safe and effective manner.

The Division has continuously worked toward the improvement and education of Missouri’s Fire Service Instructors since the inception of its certification programs. We continue to work closely with the Fire & Rescue Training Institute on the development of instructor training programs and continuing education for instructors. Successful completion of the Institute’s Instructor I or Instructor II course is a requirement for eligibility for state certification testing at those respective levels. These levels are based on NFPA 1041-2002, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. For Instructor I and Instructor II course information contact the Institute at 1-800-869-3476 or at www.mufrti.org.

Fire Instructor Certification Exams:

Instructor I - The written exam for this level consists of 100 multiple-choice questions referenced to the NFPA 1041-2002 standard, Fire & Rescue Training Institute’s curriculum and IFSTA’s Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 7^th edition. Students have 2 hours to complete the written exam. The student must achieve a score of 70% on the exam in order to qualify for certification. The practical skill exam is to be completed during the Fire Service Instructor I Course.

Instructor II - The written exam for this level consists of 50 multiple-choice questions referenced to the NFPA 1041-2002 standard, Fire & Rescue Training Institute’s curriculum and IFSTA’s Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 6^th edition. Students have 1 hour to complete the written exam. The student must achieve a score of 70% on the exam in order to qualify for certification. The practical skill exam is to be completed during the Fire Service Instructor II Course as well as completion of a development project.

Fire Service Instructor I and II certification is internationally accredited by IFSAC.

Testing and certification information may be obtained by contacting the Division’s Training Unit at 573-751-2930 or by e-mail at dfstrain@dfs.dps.mo.gov.  Certification booklets are  available for download by selecting the following links:  (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader - download reader now)
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