Welcome to the Mississippi Fire Academy, the premier training facility dedicated to preparing fire service professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to serve their communities. As a nationally recognized leader in fire and emergency services education, we offer comprehensive training programs tailored to meet the needs of first responders across Mississippi and beyond. Whether you’re starting your journey as a firefighter or advancing your expertise in specialized fields, the Mississippi Fire Academy is committed to providing top-tier instruction and cutting-edge resources to ensure excellence in public safety. Explore our programs and join the tradition of bravery and service.
Statutory References
The State Fire Academy was created for the purpose of training and education of persons engaged in municipal, county and industrial fire protection.
The Academy is officially designated as the agency of this state to conduct training for fire personnel on a statewide basis to all duly constituted fire departments.
The Academy is designated as a division (sub agency) of the Insurance Department.
Within one year of employment, all paid full time fire fighters shall be certified as completing the mandatory training requirements administered by the State Fire Academy.
Requires one member of the sheriff’s department to be the county fire investigator and to attend training at the State Fire Academy in arson investigation.
MSFA Accreditation
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)
The International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) is a non-profit, peer-driven, self-governing system of both fire service certification programs and higher education fire-related degree programs.
Pro Board
The purpose of the Pro Board is to establish an internationally recognized means of acknowledging professional achievement in the fire service and related fields. The accreditation of organizations that certify uniform members of public fire departments, both career and volunteer, is the primary goal.