Montana Fire Protection License Program

Individual Endorsement (Sell, Install and Service)

The following outlines general licensing information. For specific information on filing an application, you will need to obtain the Application which includes a detailed listing of the requirements.
  • The application fee is $100, and must be submitted with the application.

  • The department shall issue a license to an applicant who:

    a. Certification of completion of all the Nicet work elements provided for under section ARM 24.144.502 or completion of Nicet II, with the verification of completion sent to the licensing program at the above address directly from Nicet

    b. Completion of a state approved apprenticeship program with the verification of completion sent to the licensing program directly from the approving bureau;

    c. Completion of manufacturer training with the verification of completion sent to the licensing program at the above address directly from the manufacturer; or

    d. Currently holds the equivalent of endorsement in another jurisdiction provided that the applicant meets or exceeds the qualifications for endorsement in Montana and verification of endorsement is sent to the licensing program at the above address directly from the other state, territory, or federal government.

  • Licenses will need to be renewed by May 31st of each year.  Late renewals will be assessed a $100 late fee.

  • An endorsee shall obtain a minimum of four hours (60 minutes per hour) annually and submit copies of continuing education certificates in the event they are audited by the department. The continuing education requirement will not apply until the endorsee's first full year of endorsement.
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