The applicant is strongly encouraged to contact their local ATRA or any MFRI office for guidance prior to applying. This enables the applicant to gain knowledge as to the process and what is required. This local review board will review in detail the applicants submission and rule on the acceptable of each per that point of the standard. This review becomes the evaluation process for the applicant. Seminar is a short duration session that does not include evaluation measures.
Experience is that documented life exposure.
Click to view other options. The Challenge Examination option allows an applicant to challenge the current standard for certification by taking some form of an examination. This may include a written and a practical test. This option is only available for some of the standards. The Special Programs Section of the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute has been authorized by the Board to develop and administer these examinations.