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    Certification Advisory Committee

    The Certification Committee provides insight, guidance, and support to strengthen voluntary certification programs and ensure alignment with national standards.

    Call for Letters of Interest

    We invite professionals from diverse areas of the public safety field to submit a letter of interest for appointment to the Certification Advisory Committee.

    Interested individuals should:

    • Have an affiliation with a test site and/or educational training agency, but should not be current coordinators of those programs
    • Understand Pennsylvania's voluntary certfication programs
    • Be affiliated with emergency services
    • Possess knowledge of National Fire Protection Association Standards relevant to national certifications

    Deadline to submit: Nov. 14, 2026.

    How to Submit

    You'll need:

    1. A resume demonstrating your experience in emergency services
    2. A letter of interest and intent

    About the Committee

    Committee members:

    • Actively participate in design and development of certification programs
    • Assist with the re-accrediitation process as needed
    • Help our certification department staff with observing tests and supporting pilot program implementation
    • Give recommendations on best practices for the certification process
    • Attend quarterly virtual meetings and the in-person November meeting at the State Fire Academy

    Members are appointed for three years by the State Fire Commissioner. This is a committee of volunteers. No financial compensation is provided.