Certification Policies and Procedures

The Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards Commission and the staff are charged with responsibility of certification of firefighters and fire education program in the State of Alabama are guided by the Code of Alabama, the Administrative Rules and these certification policies and procedures. While our internal policies may not contradict either state law or the administrative code of Alabama, they serve to guide the staff on implementation of rules and ensure fairness in application.

As part of the accreditation process, we disclose our practices to third party accrediting agencies, who audit the organization periodically to assure compliance.

Please note: On April 17, 2008, the Alabama Firefighter's Personnel Standards and Education Commission amended the Rules and Regulations of the Commission. We are undergoing internal review of our certification manual to reflect these rule changes. The certification manual will be available again within thirty days of the effective date of the rule changes on June 13, 2008.

Index of Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of the Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards Commission.