Firefighting Commission
The Firefighting Personnel Standards and Education Commission is responsible for the certification of volunteer and paid firefighters in the State of Tennessee.
The Commission's day to day operations are administered by Director Randy Fox. In addition to the office personnel, the Commission currently has two Field Coordinators who coordinate practical and written testing across the state. Fire departments wishing to host written or practical exams can fill out the Request to Host a Written or Practical Exam Form online. If you have questions about hosting an exam, please contact:
| Region | Coordinator | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle & East TN | Michael Miranda | 615-339-6021 | Michael.Miranda@tn.gov |
| West TN & TFACA | Brian Nicholson | 931-200-9337 | Brian.Nicholson@tn.gov |
| Region | Accreditation Coordinator | Phone | |
| State Wide | Fred McCay | 931-294-4136 - Office 615-218-4227 - Cell |
Fred.McCay@tn.gov |
- International Fire Service Accreditation Congress video trailer
- ProBoard Fire Service Certification video
- Becoming a Firefighter: 10 Must-Do Things
- 11 Requirements to become a Firefighter
- How to become a career Firefighter
- How do I become a volunteer Firefighter?
- Chief, Are You Doing Everything You Can To Protect Your Firefighters?
- Request to Host a Written or Practical Exam
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Rules and Regulations of the Commission
- Policies and Procedures
- National Fire Protection Agency
- International Fire Service Training Association
- Tennessee Firemen's Association
- Tennessee Fire Chief's Association
- Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association
- International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
- National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications
- Tennessee Fire Service and Codes Enforcement Academy
- U.S. Fire Administration
The Firefighting Personnel Standards and Education Commission is proud to be accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress and by the Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
