Credential Information

2025-2026 Academic Year

NCOSFM - Firefighter Technology I

Credential Name	NCOSFM - Firefighter Technology I
Credential Vendor Info	North Carolina Fire and Rescue Commission 1202 Mail Service Center \| Raleigh, NC 27699-1202 osfmcertifications@ncdoi.gov 1.800.634.7854 Attn: Certifications
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	IP31 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Approved OSFM Test Proctor obtains information from OSFM 24 Portal
Credential Lead Consultant	Melissa Leeds melissa.leeds@dpi.nc.gov
Course Number and Title	IP31 Firefighter Technology I
Credential as POL	IP31 POL = Yes NCOSFM - Firefighter Technology I. MUST PASS ALL MODULES
Pathway(s)	Firefighter Technology (FIFI)
Cost of Instructor Training	N/A
Instructor Training Requirements	Required Teacher certification as a Qualified NCOSFM Fire Instructor
Exam Voucher Expiration	N/A
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Fire Inspectors and Investigators (33-2021)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	Yes Although students can take all modules but Fire Control, they do earn these modules and do not have to repeat them once they graduate. This is completely stackable allowing the student to only have to take the missing module to earn their OSFM Firefighter certification quickly after graduation or turning 18.
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	Paper/pencil and Performance-based
Proctored Environment Required	Yes
Test Site Options and Requirements	Certified proctor
Testing Environment Requirements	Classroom equipment list required for skills portion
Proctored Requirements	Proctors are trained by OSFM and cannot be the teacher. Only Approved OSFM trained test proctors can test.
Exam Time Allotment	Each module is about 30 minutes for the written assessment and the skills assessments have no time limit.
Exam Passing Requirement	70% or higher
Retakes	No
Student Accommodations	Yes https://www.ncosfm.gov/media/544/open
Multilingual Resources*	No
Directory Notes	Approved OSFM Test Proctor enters information in OSFM 24 Portal.

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.
Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.
Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.
Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

Footnotes:
^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.