Based on the minimum requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, 1021 Standard for Professional Qualifications, 2003 Edition.

Requirements:

• Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age.
• Candidates shall be certified as a Fire Officer II and Fire Instructor II from the Louisiana Firefighter Certification Program or another agency accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
• The Fire Officer III examination includes portions of seven (7) fire related subjects requiring the successful completion of cognitive (written) skill and manipulative (practical) skills. Written examinations require 70% or greater overall average and manipulative skill examinations are averaged together with the student receiving the grade of "P" for passing if successful.

References: ICMA, Managing Fire and Rescue Services, 2002
IFSTA, Fire Department Company Officer, 3rd Edition, 1st Printing, 1999
IFSTA, Chief Officer, 2nd Edition, 2004
Hazardous Materials Managing the Incident, 2nd Edition, Fire Protection Publications
NFPA 1561 Chapter 2 Appendix

IFSAC Certified: Yes