State License and Certificate Requirements

You may need a state license of certificate before you can work in a specific career in your state. Different states may also have different education and experience requirements, fees and application forms. The good news - we make it super easy to find what you need to begin your new career. Just select a job type and enter your zip code to get started.

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SURVEILLANCE TECHNICIAN

Illinois
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Responsible for the installation and maintenance of closed circuit television (CCTV) systems and related equipment.

Phone Number
(312)-814-4700
Address
Willard Ice Building
P.O. Box 19474
Springfield
Illinois
62794

Security and Fire Alarm Installers

Iowa
Iowa Department of Public Safety
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Layouts, installs, repairs, alters, adds or maintains alarm systems. Duties may include mounting alarm system raceways, boxes or system devices and pulling of system cables. Alarm systems refer to fire alarm, security alarm, medical alarm systems or supervisory signal-initiating devices, as well as the installation of any home automation systems, and the initiation of a response to these signals.

Phone Number
(515)-725-6145
Address
Dept of Public Safety Building
215 E 7th St
Des Moines
Iowa
50319

Fire Alarm System Inspector

Kentucky
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
Specific course required
Experience
Requirement Details

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION Performs inspection of fire alarm systems. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Within the five (5) years preceding application, individual should have a minimum of one and one-half (1 1/2) years experience in the installation, repair or testing of fire alarm systems. Educational courses and special training courses may be substituted for experience. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS For applications, procedures, and schedule of examinations, contact the regulatory agency. Examinations are scheduled on a quarterly basis. Type examination; written (open book) based on National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publications, the Kentucky Building Code (KBC) and "The Kentucky Fire Prevention Code - Standards of Safety". Practical examination given on system(s) simulator(s). Passing score on written examination is 70% and satisfactory on practical examination. Examination fee is $25.00 per examination. Applicants who do not achieve a score of 70% or higher but do score more than 50% will be allowed to retake the examination the next test cycle upon application to do so. Those individuals who attain a score of less than 50% must wait a minimum of six (6) months (two test cycles) to reapply for the examination. GENERAL INFORMATION for LICENSURE or CERTIFICATION Each successful applicant is issued an identification card (ID) card with their assigned inspector's number. This number must be entered on all inspection reports. A copy of the completed report must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's Office, (Fire Protection Systems) within fourteen (14) days of the inspection. The reports will be reviewed for completeness. Reports found to be deficient will be investigated. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (after licensure or certification) Inspectors must make every effort to keep abreast of changes in technology, codes and regulations concerning fire alarm systems. SPECIAL COMMENTS or CONDITIONS The certification of fire alarmsystem

Phone Number
(502)-573-2002
Address
500 Mero Street
First Floor
Frankfort
Kentucky
40601

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLER AND TECHNICIAN LICENSE

Massachusetts
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
Specific course required
Experience
Requirement Details

Must have documented proof of three years or more as an apprentice under a licensed fire warning and security systems contractor. Out-of-state experience must be documented on company letterhead.
Must have documented proof of 275 clock hours at a board approved school or an approved daytime trade or vocational school.

Exam required.

Continuing education required.

Fees required.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Board of State Examiners of Electricians
239 Causeway Street
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 727-9931
(617) 727-9932

Please note: This agency was originally housed at 100 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA. Please call the number above before mailing any materials.

Phone Number
(617)-727-9931
Address
1000 Washington Street
Suite 710
Boston
Massachusetts
02114

Fire Alarm Contractor

Michigan
Bureau of Construction Codes
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

To receive a Fire Alarm Contractor License, an applicant must hold a Fire Alarm Specialty Technician's License OR must have at least 1 fire alarm specialty technician residing in Michigan who is employed by the applicant full-time. Additionally, an applicant must take and pass the Electrical/Farm Alarm/Sign Contractor exam and submit the $300.00 license fee.

Phone Number
(517)-241-9316
Address
P.O. Box 30255
Lansing
Michigan
48909

Fire Alarm Specialty Apprentice Technician

Michigan
Bureau of Construction Codes
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification my substitute for license requirements
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

To receive a Fire Alarm Specialty Apprentice Technician license in the State of Michigan, an applicant must submit an application online or mail the completed application and required documents to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Additionally, they must remit the $15.00 application fee.

Phone Number
(517)-241-9316
Address
P.O. Box 30255
Lansing
Michigan
48909

Fire Alarm Specialty Technician

Michigan
Bureau of Construction Codes
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification my substitute for license requirements
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

An applicant for a Fire Alarm Specialty Technician License in the State of Michigan must be at least 20 years old, have received a certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology as an engineering technician, level 2, or equivalent level, and must take and pass the Fire Alarm Specialty Technician examination. The license application fee is $50.00.

Phone Number
(517)-241-9316
Address
P.O. Box 30255
Lansing
Michigan
48909

Security Alarm Contractor

Michigan
Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

A security alarm system contractor must post a $25,000 surety bond with the Department or furnish an insurance policy in the amount of $25,000 for property damages, $100,000 for injury or death of one person, and $200,000 for injuries to or deaths of more than one person. In addition, a candidate must have the correct combination of work experience or take the exam. The fee for this license is $500.00.

Phone Number
(517)-241-9221
Address
P.O. Box 30018
Lansing
Michigan
48909

Private Security - Alarm Installer

Montana
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
Specific course required
Experience
Requirement Details

Security alarm system installers configure and mount security systems in private homes and businesses.

Phone Number
(406)-841-2348
Address
301 South Park, 4th Floor
PO Box 200513
Helena
Montana
59620

Fire Alarm Inspector

Nebraska
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

Description Fire Alarm Inspectors inspect fire alarm systems to ensure that they are working properly and in compliance with both state and local building codes and regulations.Licensure Requirements Applicants must be at least 19 years of age, and either:<br>1. Take and pass an exam of their technical knowledge and ability to inspect fire alarm systems with a score of 80% or higher;OR 2. Present a copy of the NICET certificate Level II with their application.Fee Information Examination & License- $100.00 With NICET II- $25.00 per year that certificate is valid. Renewal Information Remewal is required every 4 years. If the initial license was originally obtained by method of examination, license must be renewed in four years by successfully completing the test ($100.00 fee) -OR- presenting NICET certification Level II and corresponding fee ($25.00/year). If the initial license was originally obtained by NICET Certificate Level II, applicant must either successfully complete the examination ($100.00 fee) or present NEW NICET II certificate and appropriate fee ($25.00/year).

Phone Number
(402)-247-1998
Address
246 S 14th St.
Lincoln
Nebraska
68508

BURGLAR ALARM MECHANIC

New Jersey
Division of Consumer Affairs
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Address
New Jersey

FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN

New Jersey
Division of Consumer Affairs
State exam required
Continuing education required
No mention of certification
No education required
Experience
Phone Number
(973)-504-6245
Address
124 Halsey St.
PO Box 45042
Newark
New Jersey
07101

Security/Fire Alarm Installer

New York
Division of Licensing Services
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
No mention of certification
Specific course required
No experience
Requirement Details

To engage in the business of installing, servicing or maintaining security or fire alarm systems means and refers to a person who holds himself out directly or indirectly, as being able, or who offers or undertakes, by any means or method, to install, service or maintain a security or fire alarm system to detect intrusion, break-in, movement, sound or fire.

Phone Number
(518)-474-4429
Address
99 Washington Avenue
P.O. Box 22001
Albany
New York
12201

Alarm Locksmith and Fire Sprinkler Company Application

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: The functions performed by a licensed company within the Alarm, Locksmith or Fire Sprinkler industry may include, but are not limited to, the sale, installation, alteration/repair, replacement, service, inspection, or maintenance of alarm or locksmithing services pursuant to the Alarm, Locksmith, and Fire Sprinkler Industry Act and Administrative Rules 59 O.S. § 1800.1, et seq. OAC 380:75. Companies within the industry may contain employees with varying levels of experience and expertise generally including the Company Manger, Technicians, Inspectors, Salespersons, and Trainees. Each industry has varying entrance and ascension requirements as determined by educational level, specific technical experience, managerial experience, and/or time spent within their respective industry.

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Alarm Monitoring Company Manager

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: An alarm monitoring company manager directs the monitoring of burglar alarms, electronic access control systems, closed circuit television, nurse call systems, and/or fire alarms. Although management skills vary according to the industry, many managers are responsible for employee relations, record keeping, and office/industry operations. Licensed monitoring companies employ monitoring service managers.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Burglar Alarm/Residential Fire Alarm Company Manager

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A burglar alarm/residential fire alarm company manager directs the design and application of burglar alarm and residential fire alarm system sales, service, repair, or installation. Although management skills vary according to the industry, many managers are responsible for employee relations, record keeping, and office/industry operations. Licensed burglar alarm/residential fire alarm companies employ burglar alarm and residential fire alarm service and installation managers.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Burglar Alarm/Residential Fire Alarm Company Salesperson

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A burglar alarm/residential fire alarm salesperson presents information to consumers regarding burglar alarm and residential fire alarm products and services. The salesperson explains the cost, operation, and customer responsibilities for burglar alarm and residential fire alarm equipment and services. A licensed burglar alarm/residential fire alarm company employs a burglar alarm and residential fire alarm service and installation company salesperson.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Burglar Alarm/Residential Fire Alarm Company Technician

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A burglar alarm/residential fire alarm company technician installs, repairs, and services burglar alarm and residential fire alarm systems. The technician works under the direction of the employer while using hand and power tools for proper service completion. A licensed burglar alarm and residential fire alarm company employs a burglar alarm and residential fire alarm service and installation company technician.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Commericial Fire Alarm Manager

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
State exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A commercial fire alarm company manager directs the design and application of commercial and residential fire alarm system sales, service, repair, or installation. Although management skills vary according to the industry, many managers are responsible for employee relations, record keeping, and office/industry operations.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105

Commericial Fire Alarm Technician

Oklahoma
Alarm & Lock Smith Division
Third-party exam required
No continuing education requirement
Certification required
No education required
Experience
Requirement Details

JOB DESCRIPTION: A commercial fire alarm technician is an individual who is employed by an Oklahoma licensed fire alarm company to design, plan, lay out, sell, pre-wire, install, maintain, repair, test, certify, inspect, or service commercial fire alarm equipment.
OAC 380:75

Phone Number
(405)-521-6100
Address
3017 N. Stiles
Suite 100
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
73105