31 Hour F-89 Fire and Life Safety Director Course – In-Person Class Registration

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Are you a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident (Green Card holder), or do you have valid work authorization (e.g., Red Card)?

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Have you ever applied in this state for a security‑guard registration/license?

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Has any license or permit issued to you ever been revoked, suspended, or denied?

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Were you discharged or did you resign from law enforcement under charges of misconduct or incompetence?

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Are you compliant with all child‑support obligations?

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Would you like to proceed with obtaining a security license?

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Select Your Training Path

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First‑Time Security‑Guard License

Qualification Assessment

Are you an active or retired police/peace officer?

16‑Hour On‑The‑Job Training Course

As an officer you only need the 16‑Hour OJT Course to obtain your security license.

8‑Hour Pre‑Assignment Course

This mandatory course is the first step for new security guards.

Renew Unarmed License

Qualification Assessment

Is your license currently expired?

8‑Hour Annual In‑Service Course

Complete this refresher to renew your unarmed license.

License Reinstatement Required

Your license has been expired for more than 6 months. Reinstatement is required.

  • Fingerprinting
  • $36 money order
  • Form DOS‑1206‑f‑a

Armed‑Guard Training

Qualification Assessment

Do you have an active unarmed license?

Additional Training Required

You must take the 8‑Hour Pre‑Assignment Course to obtain an unarmed license before taking armed‑guard training.

NYS Pistol Permit Required

A valid NYS Pistol Permit is required. We can help you obtain one.

47‑Hour Armed‑Guard Course

You qualify for the 47‑Hour Armed‑Guard Course.

Fire & Safety Courses

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31‑Hour Fire & Life‑Safety Director F‑89

To enroll you need one of these:

  • 3 years full‑time relevant experience
  • 18 months full‑time with 6 months at one site

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31‑Hour Fire & Life‑Safety Director Course F‑89

Your experience meets the prerequisites for the F‑89 Course.

Fire Guard Prep Course

This class prepares you for FDNY F‑01/02/03/04 exams.

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31-Hour F-89 Fire and Life Safety Director Course

FDNY-approved training that prepares you to lead emergency response and life-safety operations in high-risk NYC buildings, with structured instruction, exam scheduling support, and a clear certification path from day one.

FDNY-Approved Certification Path

Complete the required 31 hours of instruction for the FDNY F-89 Certificate of Fitness, built for candidates pursuing Fire and Life Safety Director roles in NYC facilities.

  • FDNY-approved course completion certificate
  • Meets the full 31-hour training requirement
  • Designed for real FLSD responsibilities

Eligibility & Requirements

Built for qualified working professionals. Enrollment requires standard identification and documented relevant work experience that meets FDNY eligibility thresholds.

  • 18+ and government-issued photo ID
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Relevant experience: 3 years full-time, or 18 months with 6 months at one site

Fire Safety & Emergency Planning

Core training in fire protection systems, emergency action planning, evacuation procedures, and FDNY compliance needed to manage fire events and building safety operations.

  • 20 hours of fire safety & emergency planning instruction
  • Fire detection and suppression systems
  • Evacuation leadership and response coordination

Non-Fire Emergency Management

Learn how to manage non-fire emergencies and coordinate building response, including communications protocols, scenario planning, and continuity under high pressure.

  • 7 hours of non-fire emergency training
  • Bomb threats, utility failures, crisis coordination
  • Scenario-based threat assessment and planning

Active Shooter & Medical Response

A focused block covering active shooter readiness and medical response fundamentals to help you lead decisive, compliant action during life-threatening events.

  • 4 hours of active shooter & medical response
  • Shelter-in-place planning and tactical response basics
  • Medical emergency procedures and triage fundamentals

Course Facts

Built for working professionals, delivered in-person with a controlled class size and support designed to help you move from training to the FDNY CBT exam with clarity and momentum.

  • Duration: 31 hours (multiple sessions)
  • Format: In-person classroom instruction
  • Class size: maximum 20
  • Location: 2625 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11223
  • Tuition: $750

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