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NBFAA Media Contacts
Georgia M. Calaway, APR
Director of Communication,
Public Relations & Marketing
Phone: (888) 447-1689 ext. 209
E-mail:GeorgiaC@alarm.org

Jessica Garcia
Communications Coordinator
Phone: (888) 447-1689 ext. 208
E-mail:JessicaG@alarm.org

NBFAA and NTS to Offer Two-Day
Test Prep Course in Las Vegas
NICET Level I and II Fire Alarm course offered during week of ISC West

Irving, Texas, and Erie, Penn. March 8, 2006 –The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) and the National Training School (NTS) announced they will offer a two-day test preparation course for the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level I and II Fire Alarm exams, April 7-8, in Las Vegas.

Pre-registration is required for the course which includes 16 hours of instruction tailored to the experience level of the attendees. The course will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days at the Sands Convention Center.

Greg Kessinger, “Grill The Fire Expert” columnist, will teach the course. Kessinger has more than 20 years of experience in the industry, owns his own alarm company, and is NICET Level IV Certified, a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Protection Specialist and an International Municipal Signal Association Certified Interior Fire Alarm Technician.

The course is intended for designers of automatic fire detection and fire alarm systems; individuals preparing for NICET exams and certification in the field of fire alarm systems; individuals involved in the sale, installation and maintenance of automatic fire detection and fire alarm systems; and individuals seeking to comply with the qualification requirements as outlined in NFPA 72.

Recommended prerequisites for the course are basic knowledge of fire alarm systems and a minimum of two years work experience in the fire alarm field.

For more information on course fees and registration, visit www.alarm.org or call NTS toll free at (866) 636-1687. NBFAA members receive a discounted rate.

Individuals interested in obtaining continuing education (CEU) credits while attending International Security Conference (ISC) West, can also attend “A Customized Insurance Solution for the Security Alarm Industry” seminar. The seminar will be presented by Richard Poling, Wednesday, April 5, 2006, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Venetian in Las Vegas. Held during the NBFAA Spring Conference and Chartered State Association (CSA) Symposium April 2-6, 2006, this seminar is one of more than 80 classes scheduled for ISC. Many of the courses are NTS-accredited.

About NTS

NTS education and training programs meet most state licensing requirements and assure competence in those who sell, monitor, install and service electronic systems. Earning an NTS designation improves skills and reflects adherence to the highest ethical standards. For a comprehensive list of available training courses around the country, visit www.alarm.org. You may also contact your NBFAA state chapter for course registration information.

About NBFAA

NBFAA, a non-profit 501(c) 6 trade association, is the nation's oldest and largest organization dedicated to representing, promoting, and supporting the electronic life safety, security, and systems industry. Member companies specialize in a wide spectrum of services to commercial and residential consumers, including security and fire alarms, video surveillance, access control and monitoring. In cooperation with a federation of state associations, NBFAA provides government advocacy and delivers timely information, professional development tools, products and services that members use to grow and prosper their businesses. The NBFAA may be reached at (888) 447-1689 or on the Web at www.alarm.org.

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