activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 3
- Arizona Fire Service Hall of FameRecognizes individuals who have made significant positive contributions to the fire service or community by inducting them into the Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame.
- Fire Service Certification and Testing Fire Service Certification & Technical TrainingProvides Arizona Certification for various fire service roles, including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, and Fire Investigator. This includes administering written and practical exams, offering reciprocity and challenge testing, and providing applications and skill sheets for certification.
- Firefighter Memorial Service Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsHosts an annual Firefighter Memorial Service to honor Arizona's fallen firefighters, including a memorial bell ceremony and recognition of all members who have served.
capacity building · 3
- Accreditation of Fire Service Training Programs Fire Service Certification & Technical TrainingReceived accreditation from the IFSAC Board of Governors for various fire service training levels, including Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Officer II.
- Annual Arizona Fire School Fire & Emergency Services Training CoordinationHosts and supports an annual fire school training event, which includes the induction of individuals into the Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame.
- National Fire Academy (NFA) Direct Delivery Classes Fire & Emergency Services Training CoordinationCoordinates the delivery of National Fire Academy (NFA) direct delivery classes throughout Arizona annually.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Delivery of Standardized, Accredited Professional DevelopmentThe organization provides continuing professional education and certification processes that are state-of-the-art and accredited, aligning with national fire service professional standards to ensure high-quality and recognized training and evaluation.
- Leveraging a Statewide Instructor Cadre and Stakeholder CollaborationThe organization utilizes a diverse group of instructors from across the state and collaborates closely with stakeholder groups to develop and deliver training and certification programs, ensuring relevance and broad representation in its educational offerings.
- Merit-Based Recognition for Impactful Service merit_based_recognitionThe organization recognizes individuals for their significant and lasting contributions to the fire service beyond standard job requirements, evaluating nominees based on their years of service, committee involvement, and impact at state, national, educational, operational, community, organizational, and legislative levels.
- Standardized Instructor Qualification and TrainingThe organization ensures high-quality instruction by requiring certified instructors to complete an application process and an orientation program before conducting training or certification activities, thereby standardizing the delivery of fire service education.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Adjunct Instructor Certification
A program for certified instructors to conduct programs on behalf of AzCFSE or for AzCFSE recognition, requiring an application and orientation program.
Arizona Fire School
An annual event providing educational sessions ranging from basic skills training, fire prevention, investigation, to fire leadership for fire service professionals.
Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame
Recognizes individuals who have made significant positive contributions to the fire service and/or community in Arizona.
Firefighter Certification
Administers accredited certification testing and practical skills evaluations for various firefighter levels including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, and Fire Investigator.
Firefighter Memorial Service
An annual service held during the Arizona Fire School to honor Arizona's fallen firefighters, including those who died in the line of duty, outside the line of duty, and after retirement.
National Fire Academy (NFA) Direct Delivery Classes
Coordinates the delivery of National Fire Academy courses throughout Arizona.
Reciprocity and Challenge Testing
Allows qualified applicants to obtain Arizona Certification for specific levels without completing an approved Arizona program, through written and practical exams.
relationships · 13
who they work with
- Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence Partner — Receives information for the Firefighter Memorial Service.
- Arizona Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) Partner — AFCA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
- Arizona Fire District Association (AFDA) Partner — AFDA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
- Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) Partner — Established with the support of AFSI, a consensus body representing Arizona's fire services.
- Arizona Western College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Yuma.
- Cochise College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Douglas and Sierra Vista.
- Coconino Community College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Flagstaff.
- Douglas FD Partner — Hosts certification exams in Douglas.
- IFSAC Board of Governors Partner — Approved accreditation for various fire service training levels.
- Mesa Fire and Medical Department Partner — Personnel from their Honor Guard and Pipes and Drums conduct the memorial bell ceremony at the Firefighter Memorial Service.
- Metro Fire Chiefs Partner — Metro Fire Chiefs are represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
- Professional Firefighters of Arizona (PFFA) Partner — PFFA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
- Volunteer Firefighters of Arizona (VFFA) Partner — VFFA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.