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Permalink Reply by Brian Parmelee on March 18, 2012 at 6:59pm

There are many certification's and classes that an investigator can get: NFPA Fire Investigator, National Fire Academy has a selection of classes and IAAI Certified Fire Infestigator just to name a few.  There are only a few colleges in the country that offer a degree in fire investigation.  Wish I had a degree in it because it would be just one more item that would lead to credance when in court.

Permalink Reply by Mark on May 6, 2012 at 8:21pm

The trend appears to be moving towards engineering degree requirements in order to qualify as an expert witness. This is anticipated in the next 5 to 10 years. The more scientific education you can get, the better you will be.

I have an Engineering degree, and will be completing a Bachelors of Science degree in Fire & Emergency Management. I also hold  my CFI, CFEI, CFII, and CVFI, member of NAFI, IAAI, and NFPA and have 16 years experience in FI.