Who is the governing agency?

Vermont Department of Public Safety
Division of Fire Security



What are the initial requirements for a licensed Security / Fire Alarm Installer?

A Fire Alarm Installer applicant must submit a completed application to the Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal, State Fire Academy and State Haz-Mat Team, including:

– a Certification of Fitness (TQP) required for all individuals inspecting and testing fire alarm and detection systems and equipment

– Applicants Statement regarding: Child Support, Taxes, Unemployment Compensation, Fines and Penalties

– Certification as needed

There is no State licensing of Alarm Installers.

There is no State Locksmith License required in Vermont.

Vermont Electrical Safety Rules

What are the educational requirements of the State?

A Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician or G7(c) Type S Journeyman Electrician for fire alarm systems is required to complete eight (8) hours of related instruction during the previous three (3) years.

All other licenses are separated by Certification.

What Elite CEU courses are approved for credit?

Hours are not approved for State required CEs.

All Elite CEU license specific coursework is approved by NICET for the renewal of NICET Certifications. To update your NICET Certification, review our Fire Systems Category or Industry Code Category for applicable coursework. Remember, this is not a State specific Certification, and our coursework is approved across State lines. For up to date information and requirements for your Certification renewal, you can visit the NICET website here.

All Elite CEU, Inc. courses and Certifications are available for General Education.