Instructor I
Designed for individuals who want to develop the knowledge and ability to deliver instruction effectively from a prepared lesson plan.
State of Illinois – Office of the State Fire Marshal
Fire Service Instructor I Certification Requirements
Illinois Administrative Code Title 41, Section 141.318
Section 141.318 Fire Service Instructor I
a) An Illinois Fire Service Instructor I certification shall meet or exceed the qualifications identified in NFPA 1041.
b) Prerequisites
1) Engagement as Illinois fire protection personnel, as attested by the employing fire chief of the candidate seeking certification;
2) Current certification as Basic Operations Firefighter;
3) Successful completion of a Fire Service Instructor I course consisting of a minimum of 40 instructional hours;
4) Passage of the State Written and Practical Examinations;
5) Documentation of a minimum of 3 cumulative years of fire service experience; and
6) Application for Certification.
c) Training documentation shall be maintained in the fire service personnel’s training records at the agency employing the department.
d) A qualified instructor for this level must be certified as Fire Service Instructor II.
e) Fire department or individual reimbursement may be available for training costs for Fire Service Instructor I as provided in Subpart B.
f) The course as set forth in Section 141.115 and the training facility as set forth in Section 141.120 must be approved by the Division.
