Cross-Accreditation
The New Zealand Fire Brigades Institute (NZFBI) Examinations Board has agreed on a process for candidates with passes in New Zealand Fire Service promotional examinations to receive credits towards NZFBI Diplomas.
Candidates applying to sit NZFBI exams who have passed the Qualified Firefighters examination will have Unit 1 accredited.
Candidates applying to sit NZFBI exams who have passed the Senior Firefighters examination will have Unit 1 and Unit 5 accredited.
Candidates applying to sit NZFBI exams who have passed the Station Officers examination (A,B & C) will have Units 1, 5, 6, and 7 accredited.
An administration fee of $5 will be charged for each NZFBI Unit being cross-credited.
The applications for this years examinations close on 1 August. Application forms can be obtained from the UFBA Office, or by clicking the appropriate link in the download list below.
If you have any further queries about the examinations please do not hesitate to contact us. (Verification of passing NZFS exams need to be produced to claim credits).