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Introduction to Certified Fire Protection Specialist Certification Online Training

Introduction to Certified Fire Protection Specialist Certification

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  • Description

    The Introduction to Certified Fire Protection Specialist Certification Online Training serves as a starting point for CFPS® applicants, where you will learn more about the Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) certification program and eligibility requirements. Students receive an overview of the scope and structure of the NFPA® Fire Protection Handbook®, as well as the process for how to locate information within it. The module also offers a review of the daily tasks and responsibilities of a CFPS and insight into the importance of gaining on-the-job experience in addition to passing the exam.

    The Introduction to Certified Fire Protection Specialist Certification Online Training features several news videos offering an excellent depiction of significant fire loss and the risks a CFPS must mitigate on the job. There is also additional video commentary from subject matter experts on potential roles and responsibilities for designers and engineers, risk insurers, and fire service professionals.

    Upon completion you should be able to:

    • Describe the CFPS program and its eligibility requirements
    • Describe the general scope and structure of the Fire Protection Handbook
    • Find information in the Fire Protection Handbook
    • Describe daily tasks and responsibilities as a CFPS
    • Explain the difference between having requisite on-the-job knowledge and passing the exam

     

    Who Will Benefit:
    Anyone involved in reducing fire loss, either physical or financial: risk managers, loss control specialists, fire officers, fire marshals, fire inspectors, safety managers, fire protection consultants, designers, engineers, code enforcers, facility managers, and others who have responsibilities dealing with the application of fire safety, protection, prevention, and suppression technologies

    Group Training:
    For more information or to receive a price quote for NFPA group training,     please call 877-336-3280 or e-mail: grouptraining@nfpa.org.

  • Certification Learning Paths

    Whether for your personal growth or for the growth of your entire organization, NFPA® Learning Paths can help plot a successful journey to advanced certifications. This new series of web-based training is specifically designed to help you feel confident in the subject matter of the certification exam. The training process is delivered conveniently and remotely online so you can get it all done on your own terms, at your own pace.

    Current online training Learning Paths:

    • Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS®) Learning Path
      The CFPS Learning Path is designed to be used in conjunction with the Fire Protection Handbook®. Candidates may only bring an original print copy of the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 20th edition, to the exam. If you do not already own the Fire Protection Handbook, it is available to purchase through the online catalog or at a local book distributor.
    • Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) Learning Path
      The CFPE Learning Path is designed to be used in conjunction with NFPA 1, Fire Code, 2018 edition; NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2016 edition; NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®, 2016 edition; and NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, 2018 edition. Candidates may only bring an original print copy of the books to the exam. If you do not already own them, they are available to purchase through the online catalog or at a local book distributor.
    • Certified Fire Inspector I (CFI-I) Learning Path
      The CFI-I Learning Path is designed to be used in conjunction with the 2018 and 2021 NFPA code sets which include: NFPA 1, Fire Code (2018 or 2021 edition); NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems (2016 or 2019 edition); NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems (2017 or 2020 edition); NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (2016 or 2019 edition); and NFPA 101, Life Safety Code (2018 or 2021 edition). Candidates are encouraged to check with their jurisdiction to verify which code set is appropriate. The Certification Exam is applicable to either the 2018 or the 2021 code set. Candidates may only bring an original print copy of the books to the exam. If you do not already own them, they are available to purchase through the online catalog or at a local book distributor.
    • Water-Based Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (WBITM) Learning Path
      The WBITM Learning Path is designed to be used in conjunction with NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems. Candidates are also expected to know system components, function, safety, and design principles through a comprehensive working knowledge of the following related codes and standards: NFPA 13, NFPA 13R, NFPA 14, NFPA 15, NFPA 16, NFPA 20, NFPA 22, NFPA 24, and NFPA 72. Additionally, due to the risks posed by energized pumps and other components, candidates should be familiar with NFPA 70E®. All of those codes and standards, including NFPA 25, will be provided as digital references during the exam.
    • Certified Water-Based Systems Professional (CWBSP) Learning Path
      The WBSP Learning Path is designed to be used in conjunction with the 2022 editions of the NFPA 13 Handbook, NFPA 13D, NFPA 13R, and NFPA 20 as well as the 2019 edition of NFPA 14 and the 2018 edition of NFPA 22. These are the primary standards used by a CWBSP, all questions on the examination are compatible with these standards and editions.

    If you would like to purchase these NFPA documents for study or reference outside the exam, please go to the NFPA catalog at www.nfpa.org/catalog.

  • Terms & Specifications for Online Training

    Terms:

    • Course Tuition: The course tuition is due and payable before starting each module.
    • Expiration: Participants will need to take the online courses or series within 365 days.
    • CEUs: You earn 0.1 CEU for each learning hour. To verify total numbers of CEUs for a course or a series, please check the Description tab. Upon successful completion of a course or a series, participants will be able to download the CEUs certificate directly from the website. Please verify applicability with your professional board or organization.
    • Online Training is non-refundable.

    Specifications:

    • For optimal online course performance, please use Google Chrome or Firefox® as your web browser. If you encounter any technical difficulty, check to make sure that cookies, javascript support and Adobe Flash are enabled.

     

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