Changing careers

Changing careers

 

If you are considering changing to a career in fire engineering, you might already have skills and qualifications that are transferable. To work in the fire sector you need to be able to demonstrate commitment to doing the right thing (following a code of conduct and acting ethically), be able to problem-solve, have knowledge and understanding of maths, chemistry and physics and practical fire engineering experience. 

If you are a member of another professional body or you hold professional registration elsewhere, you are part way there. It is likely that what you will be missing is the knowledge and understanding of fire engineering principles which you can gain through undertaking training and qualifications. Featured below are just some of the areas in which IFE can assist with your transition into the fire sector.

Training and development

Our online training and development directory features IFE recognised training courses, training providers and educational programmes of study that will help to develop your knowledge. Some examples of training topics include breathing apparatus, urban search and rescue, fire risk assessments, fire alarms, emergency lighting, sprinklers and fire extinguishers.

IFE professional qualifications

We award professional qualifications that are the industry standard and are recognised all around the world. Our qualifications are open to everyone and range from level 2 to level 4 in specialist fire subject areas such as fire science, fire safety, fire investigation and passive fire protection. IFE exams can enable you to take your first steps into the world of fire engineering.

Membership to suit you

We have different membership types to suit anyone interested in, studying or working in fire engineering, with graded memberships designed to recognise you at different stages of your career. Depending on your circumstances, you might already have the qualifications and experience needed to join us. Use our online tool to help you find the grade that matches your experience.

Join us and help shape a world safer from fire

No matter where you are in your career, IFE has a membership grade to match your experience and qualifications.

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