Fire Service Instructor II
Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Certification Course
Take Your Instructional Skills to the Next Level
The Fire Service Instructor II course is designed for fire service personnel seeking to advance their instructional capabilities by developing effective lesson plans and educational materials.
Building upon the foundational skills established in Fire Service Instructor I, this course emphasizes instructional planning, curriculum development, and the preparation of organized, effective training programs for fire service personnel.
Course Information
| Course Fee | $525.00 |
| Class Hours | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Host Location | Pleasantview Fire Protection District 1970 W Plainfield Road La Grange Highlands, IL 60525 |
| Instructional Hours | Minimum 40 hours |
Illinois Certification Requirements
State of Illinois – Office of the State Fire Marshal
Illinois Administrative Code, Title 41, Section 141.320
Illinois Fire Service Instructor II certification must meet or exceed the qualifications identified in NFPA 1041. Candidates must satisfy the applicable Office of the State Fire Marshal requirements to obtain certification.
Certification Checklist
- Be engaged as Illinois fire protection personnel, as attested by the employing fire chief.
- Hold current certification as an Advanced Technician Firefighter.
- Hold current certification as a Fire Service Instructor I.
- Successfully complete an approved Fire Service Instructor II course consisting of a minimum of 40 instructional hours.
- Pass the State Written and Practical Examinations.
- Document a minimum of five cumulative years of fire service experience.
- Submit an Application for Certification.
Additional Certification Information
Training Documentation
Training documentation must be maintained in the individual's training records at their employing fire department.
Instructor Qualifications
Qualified instructors for this certification level must hold Fire Service Instructor II certification.
Training Reimbursement
Fire departments or individual participants may qualify for training cost reimbursement under applicable provisions of Subpart E of the Illinois Administrative Code.
Course Approval & Equivalent Training
Courses and training facilities must meet applicable OSFM approval requirements. Credit for equivalent courses may be approved by the Division when regulatory requirements are met.
Special Provision for Licensed Educators
Fire service personnel with a valid and current Illinois Professional Educator License, along with documentation of 12 college credit hours related to fire service instructor education, may be eligible to apply for certification under the applicable OSFM provisions.
Applicants must submit the required supporting documentation to the Division for review and determination of eligibility.
Official Certification Reference
For complete certification requirements and regulatory provisions, review Illinois Administrative Code Section 141.320.
