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The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is providing information regarding upcoming changes to Proctor Qualification requirements, Instructor Indoctrination credit, Delivery Agency oversight, and School Director responsibilities.

These changes are intended to support consistent administration of certification examinations, strengthen oversight of approved Delivery Agencies, and improve communication and accountability throughout North Carolina's fire and rescue certification system.

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal is providing important information regarding upcoming certification deadlines, required instructor upgrades, and changes to several Fire & Rescue Commission certification programs beginning January 1, 2027.

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) would like to share several upcoming training events, qualification opportunities, and personnel updates with instructors, training agencies, and certification candidates. Please review the information below and share it with members of your organization.

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) would like to make instructors, training agencies, and certification candidates aware of several upcoming changes affecting instructor qualifications, firefighter certifications, driver/operator certifications, and OSFM24 profiles. Please review the information below and share it with members of your organization.