About Our Training Programs
Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to deliver exceptional fire investigation training by equipping the next generation of fire investigators with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to excel. Through innovative, effective, and accessible training methods, we are committed to advancing the science and practice of fire investigation.
Our FL-State Approved Training Programs
- Fire Investigation: Origin and Cause
- Fire Chemistry/Dynamics
- Arson Investigation
- Latent Investigation
- Post-Blast Investigation
- Legal Issues for Investigators
- Investigating the Li-ion Battery Fires
- Documenting the Fire Scene
Hosted or Sponsored Training Opportunities
If your agency is interested in hosting or sponsoring a course, we offer the option to bring any of our training programs directly to your location. Many of our partner agencies choose this in-house format, which offers several key benefits:
- No travel costs for your personnel
- Minimal disruption to staffing, as your team remains local
- Priority enrollment for your agency in the course
- Complimentary seats provided to the hosting agency
If this is something your agency would like to explore, please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information. We’d be happy to discuss available options and scheduling.
Hear what our students say about us
- "Tom is exceptionally knowledgeable and brings real world experience into the classroom"
- "This is some of the best training, I have received"
- "I highly recommend anyone to take this training"
- "This training has prepared me for the next step"
How to Become a Fire Investigator
Public Fire Investigator
Electrical/Mechanical Engineers
Private Fire Investigator
A public fire investigator typically begins by gaining experience in the fire service or law enforcement, often as a firefighter, fire officer, or police officer. They complete specialized training in fire investigation, including courses on fire dynamics, evidence handling, and legal procedures, and earn certifications such as Fire Inve
A public fire investigator typically begins by gaining experience in the fire service or law enforcement, often as a firefighter, fire officer, or police officer. They complete specialized training in fire investigation, including courses on fire dynamics, evidence handling, and legal procedures, and earn certifications such as Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI or NFPA-based credentials). Most jurisdictions also require state or local authorization, background checks, and ongoing continuing education to maintain certification and stay current with investigative standards.
Private Fire Investigator
Electrical/Mechanical Engineers
Private Fire Investigator
A private fire investigator typically starts by gaining experience in fire services, law enforcement, engineering, or insurance investigations. They complete specialized fire investigation training in fire behavior, origin and cause analysis, evidence handling, and courtroom testimony, often earning certifications such as IAAI-CFI. Most
A private fire investigator typically starts by gaining experience in fire services, law enforcement, engineering, or insurance investigations. They complete specialized fire investigation training in fire behavior, origin and cause analysis, evidence handling, and courtroom testimony, often earning certifications such as IAAI-CFI. Most states require a private investigator license, background checks, and continuing education, along with professional liability insurance, to work independently or for a consulting firm.
Electrical/Mechanical Engineers
Electrical/Mechanical Engineers
Electrical/Mechanical Engineers
In an origin and cause investigation, electrical and mechanical engineers examine building systems, appliances, machinery, and electrical components to determine whether a failure, defect, or improper installation contributed to a fire. They analyze fire patterns, equipment damage, and electrical evidence, review design and maintenance r
In an origin and cause investigation, electrical and mechanical engineers examine building systems, appliances, machinery, and electrical components to determine whether a failure, defect, or improper installation contributed to a fire. They analyze fire patterns, equipment damage, and electrical evidence, review design and maintenance records, and apply engineering principles and testing to identify potential ignition sources. Their findings help determine how the fire started and support technical conclusions for reports, litigation, and insurance claims.