The National Fire Academy (NFA) is recruiting students for its F0633 Youth Firesetting Intervention Specialist course, scheduled for October 10-11, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan.
This two-day program, based on NFPA 1035 standards, trains practitioners in identifying, screening, and intervening in youth firesetting behaviors. It covers intake, disposition, and follow-up strategies.
The curriculum explores the motivations behind youth firesetting, including the impact of adverse childhood experiences and behavioral or mental health changes. The course is designed for those providing services at the program delivery level.