COVID-19 impact on CPSE operations (Updated 11/02/20)
Accreditation Defined
An all-hazard, quality improvement model based on risk analysis and self-assessment that promotes the establishment of community-adopted performance targets for fire and emergency service agencies.
Credentialing Defined
A career enhancement and development model that recognizes professional accomplishments and technical competence of fire and emergency service officers.
By the Numbers
280 Accredited Agencies
11% of US population protected by accredited agencies
17% of Canadian population protected by accredited agencies
2,485 Credentialed Officers
1,453 Chief Fire Officers
154 Chief EMS Officers
146 Chief Training Officers
192 Fire Marshals
540 Fire Officers