Security or Fire Alarm System Installer (NY State License Preparation Course)– 81 Hours

(In person)

Below are upcoming course dates:

81 Hour NY State Security & Fire Alarm License Preparation Course 

Below are upcoming course dates:

September 26, 2026 Expected End Date: November 01, 2026

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

January 09, 2027 Expected End Date: February 14, 2027

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

March 20, 2027 Expected End Date: April 25, 2027

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

June 05, 2027 Expected End Date: July 11, 2027

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

August 21, 2027 Expected End Date: September 26, 2027

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm

October 09, 2027 Expected End Date: November 13, 2027

Hours: Saturdays & Sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm


81 Hour NY State Security & Fire Alarm License Preparation Course (Online Only):

September 14, 2026 Expected End Date: November 30, 2026

Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm

January 4, 2027 Expected End Date: March 17, 2027

Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm

April 19, 2027 Expected End Date: June 28, 2027

Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm

July 26, 2027 Expected End Date: October 04, 2027

Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm

October 18, 2027 Expected End Date: December 22, 2027

Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm – 10:00pm



 In this course, students will learn about: the installations: standards, codes and techniques; control panels and alarm transmissions; security systems; and fire technology.  The course helps prepare the student for the Security or Fire Alarms System Installer Exam. Per NYS, individuals with a criminal background may be ineligible to obtain a NYS Security & Fire Alarm Installer License. Inquire with NYS Dept. of State Division of Licensing for additional information.

ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE SECURITY AND FIRE ALARM LICENSE CANDIDATES
The State of New York requires you to complete and pass an
81 Hour course of training in order to obtain your NYS License.

This course consists of 5 Modules:
Module 1: Installations 
Module 2: Controls & Alarm Transmission
Module 3: Security Systems
Module 4: Fire Technology
Module 5: Testing & Maintenance.
  • In addition, you must also successfully pass the New York State License Exam given throughout the year at various State testing locations. This course will fulfill the 81 Hour training requirement and help you prepare to take the NY State Exam.
  • Currently we offer this class 4 times a year.
  • PowerPoint Presentation to be provided .
  • A laptop is required for this class.

6016-NICET Level 1 & 2 Preparation Course – 30 Hours 

6016-NICET LEVEL I & II PREPARATION COURSE

Starts: November 07, 2026 Expected End Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026   

Hours: Saturdays 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

May 01, 2027 Expected End Date: May 22, 2027

Hours: Saturdays 8:00am – 4:00pm

November 20, 2027 Expected End Date: December 08, 2027

Hours: Saturdays 8:00am – 4:00pm



  This course is for individuals who are preparing for certification testing as a Fire Alarm Technician by NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies).A flash drive containing applicable hand outs and a copy of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code, are included. 


TOPICS:

 

  • Fire Alarm Fundamentals
  • National Fire Alarm Code Requirements – NFPA 72
  • Fire Protection Interconnect Standards
  • Standard Wiring Practices
  • Life Safety Code Requirements
  • Testing and Maintenance
  • Fire Alarm System Design Requirements
  • NICET Standards
  • Detector Placement
  • Mechanical Systems Interface
  • Demystifying Codes and Standards

 


Fire Alarm is a highly specialized field and provides constant challenge to designers, installers and maintenance personnel.
This course will help take away the mystery of code requirements and prepare you for NICET Level 1 & 2 Test