\nProgram Overv
iew
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\nThe Evidence Collection Technician (ECT) program is des
igned to verify an applicant's fundamental knowledge and practical skills
in evidence collection at fire scenes. The evaluation is based on establis
hed professional qualification standards and industry best practices. This
program provides the foundation for assessing an individual's competency
in performing specific evidence collection tasks in accordance with accept
ed practices.
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\nApplicants must meet eligibility requirements
in experience\, education\, and training\, and successfully complete a co
mprehensive practical examination.
\nProgram Requirements
CFI Trainer.net-DNA (3 hours)
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\nCFITrainer.net-Documenting th e Event (4 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Ethics and the Fire Investigator (3 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Evide nce Examination: What Happens at the Lab (4 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Introduction to Evidence Module (4 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-NFPA 1033 and Your Career (2 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Physical Evidence at the Fire Scene (4 hours ) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-The Practical Application of th e Relationship Between NFPA 1033 and NFPA 921 (2 hours) \;
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CFITrainer.net-The Scientific Method for Fire and Explosion Invest igation (3 hours)
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\nTotal Hours Must Reach a Minimum of 29
Hours.
\nNote: Completion of these modules is a prerequisite. Course
and exam content will reference all listed materials.
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\nComp
rehensive Practical Examination
\n- Examination Duration: 4 Hours
\n- Structure: 10 practical components
\n- Passing Requirements:
\n \; &bull\; All critical elements must be passed
\n \; &
bull\; Minimum 70% score required on each component
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\nCertifi
cation &\; Renewal
\nSuccessful candidates will be awarded ECT cer
tification.
\nRenewal is required every five years.
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\nAp
plication &\; Registration
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\nApplicants for this professio
nal designation shall submit reference letters from their employers confir
ming an understanding of core job performance requirements (JPRs) outlined
in established professional qualifications standards and standard industr
y practices related to evidence collection demonstrated at fire scenes in
the preceding 18 months.
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\nRegistration Fee:
\n- IAAI Me
mbers: $200
\n- Non-Members: $200
Cancellation and Refund Policy
\nCancellations received 31 days or more prior to the course start date are eligible for a full refund of the registration fee.
\n< p>Cancellations received within 30 days of the course st art date are non-refundable.\nRegistrants who are unable to attend may\, at the discretion of the International Asso ciation of Arson Investigators (IAAI)\, substitute another eligible indivi dual from the same organization\, provided written notice is received prio r to the course start date.
\nFailure to at tend a course without prior written cancellation (no-shows) will not be el igible for a refund.
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\nAl
l IAAI courses are subject to cancellation or postponement at any time due
to unforeseen circumstances. Registered participants will be notified as
soon as possible.
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\nNotice
: Photos and testimonials collected during this c
ourse may be used for IAAI promotional purposes\, including the website an
d social media.\n
\nApplication Deadline: \;\n
\n- Friday\, October 23\, 2026
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\nApplications must
be received and approved prior to participation. The IAAI-ECT application
link will be included in the confirmation email sent\, once registration i
s processed.
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\nContact Information
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\nFor questio
ns\, please contact:
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\nIAAI-Training@firearson.com
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\nAll IAAI offerings a
re subject to change or cancellation.