\nProgram Overview
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br />\nThe Evidence Collection Technician (ECT) program is designed to ver
ify an applicant's fundamental knowledge and practical skills in evidence
collection at fire scenes. The evaluation is based on established professi
onal qualification standards and industry best practices. This program pro
vides the foundation for assessing an individual's competency in performin
g specific evidence collection tasks in accordance with accepted practices
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\nApplicants must meet eligibility requirements in experien
ce\, education\, and training\, and successfully complete a comprehensive
practical examination.
\nProgram Requirements
CFITrainer.net- DNA (3 hours)
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\nCFITrainer.net-Documenting the Event (4 h ours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Ethics and the Fire Investi gator (3 hours) \;
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\nCFITrainer.net-Evidence Examinat ion: What Happens at the Lab (4 hours) \;
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\nCFITraine r.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 the Relationsh ip Between NFPA 1033 and NFPA 921 (2 hours) \;
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\nCFIT rainer.net-The Scientific Method for Fire and Explosion Investigation (3 h ours)
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\nTotal Hours Must Reach a Minimum of 29 Hours.
\nNote: Completion of these modules is a prerequisite. Course and exam co
ntent will reference all listed materials.
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\nComprehensive Pr
actical Examination
\n- Examination Duration: 4 Hours
\n- Struct
ure: 10 practical components
\n- Passing Requirements:
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&bull\; All critical elements must be passed
\n \; &bull\; Minim
um 70% score required on each component
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\nCertification &\
; Renewal
\nSuccessful candidates will be awarded ECT certification.<
br />\nRenewal is required every five years.
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\nApplication &a
mp\; Registration
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\nApplicants for this professional designat
ion shall submit reference letters from their employers confirming an unde
rstanding of core job performance requirements (JPRs) outlined in establis
hed professional qualifications standards and standard industry practices
related to evidence collection demonstrated at fire scenes in the precedin
g 18 months.
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\nRegistration Fee:
\n- IAAI Members: $200<
br />\n- Non-Members: $200
Cancellation and Refund Policy
\nCan cellations received 31 days or more prior to the course start date are eli gible for a full refund of the registration fee.
\nCancellations received within 30 days of the course start date are non-refundable.
\nRegistrants who are unab le to attend may\, at the discretion of the International Association of A rson Investigators (IAAI)\, substitute another eligible individual from th e same organization\, provided written notice is received prior to the cou rse start date.
\nFailure to attend a cours e without prior written cancellation (no-shows) will not be eligible for a refund.
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\nAll IAAI cours
es are subject to cancellation or postponement at any time due to unforese
en circumstances. Registered participants will be notified as soon as poss
ible.
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\nNotice: Photos and testimonials collected during this course may be
used for IAAI promotional purposes\, including the website and social med
ia.\n
\nApplication Deadline: \;
\n\n- S eptember 9\, 2026
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\nApplications must be received and appr
oved prior to participation. The IAAI-ECT application link will be include
d 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@firearson.com
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br />\nAll IAAI offerings are subject to change or cancellation.