\nProgram Overvie
w
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\nThe Evidence Collection Technician (ECT) program is desig
ned to verify an applicant's fundamental knowledge and practical skills in
evidence collection at fire scenes. The evaluation is based on establishe
d professional qualification standards and industry best practices. This p
rogram provides the foundation for assessing an individual's competency in
performing specific evidence collection tasks in accordance with accepted
practices.
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\nApplicants must meet eligibility requirements i
n experience\, education\, and training\, and successfully complete a comp
rehensive practical examination.
\nProgram Requirements
CFITr ainer.net-DNA (3 hours)
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\nCFITrainer.net-Documenting the Event (4 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Ethics and the Fi re Investigator (3 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Evidenc e 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) \;
\n< p>\n\nCFITrainer.net-Physical Evidence at the Fire Scene (4 hours)& nbsp\;
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\nCFITrainer.net-The Practical Application of the Relationship Between NFPA 1033 and NFPA 921 (2 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-The Scientific Method for Fire and Explosion Investig ation (3 hours)
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\nTotal Hours Must Reach a Minimum of 29 H
ours.
\nNote: Completion of these modules is a prerequisite. Course a
nd exam content will reference all listed materials.
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\nCompre
hensive Practical Examination
\n- Examination Duration: 4 Hours
\n- Structure: 10 practical components
\n- Passing Requirements:
\n \; &bull\; All critical elements must be passed
\n \; &bu
ll\; Minimum 70% score required on each component
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\nCertifica
tion &\; Renewal
\nSuccessful candidates will be awarded ECT certi
fication.
\nRenewal is required every five years.
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\nAppl
ication &\; Registration
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\nApplicants for this professiona
l designation shall submit reference letters from their employers confirmi
ng an understanding of core job performance requirements (JPRs) outlined i
n established professional qualifications standards and standard industry
practices related to evidence collection demonstrated at fire scenes in th
e preceding 18 months.
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\nRegistration Fee:
\n- IAAI Memb
ers: $200
\n- Non-Members: $200
< span class="cf0">Cancellation and Refund Policy
\nCancellations received 31 days or more prior to the course start da te are eligible for a full refund of the registration fee.
\nCancellations received within 30 days of the course star t date are non-refundable.
\nRegistrants wh o are unable to attend may\, at the discretion of the International Associ ation of Arson Investigators (IAAI)\, substitute another eligible individu al from the same organization\, provided written notice is received prior to the course start date.
\nFailure to atte nd a course without prior written cancellation (no-shows) will not be elig ible for a refund.
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\nAll
IAAI courses are subject to cancellation or postponement at any time due t
o unforeseen circumstances. Registered participants will be notified as so
on as possible.
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\nNotice: Photos and testimonials collected during this cou
rse may be used for IAAI promotional purposes\, including the website and
social media.\n
\nApplication Deadline: \;
\n\n- Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026
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\nApplications must be
received and approved prior to participation. The IAAI-ECT application li
nk will be included in the confirmation email sent\, once registration is
processed.
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\nContact Information
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\nFor questions
\, please contact:
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\nIAAI-Training@firearso
n.com
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\nAll IAAI offerings are subject to change or cance
llation.