CFI — Certified Fire Inspector
IntermediateCertification · formal examActiveEstablished
- Industry
- Safety, Health & Environment
- Domain
- Fire Safety & Protection
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Certification · formal exam
- Exam fee
- $499 — verified 2026-10-14 · official price
Requirements
No formal requirements are published; anyone can register for the exam.
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 3 years, 60 points credits per cycle. Renew by earning CPE credits.
Recertify every 3 years with 60 professional development points
Recognition
Consolidated fire inspector certification under NFPA 1030 (replaces CFI-I / CFI-II, which close to new applicants)
Related certifications
- CFPS Certified Fire Protection Specialist
Career paths that include CFI
- Fire Inspector & Fire Protection Specialist — Core phase