I held both at one time. I let the CFPS lapse. Professionally, it
really did nothing for me. I am, and will always be a sprinkler guy.
The CFPS exam covers great breadth, but the depth is very shallow.
NICET has a very narrow breadth, but the depth is extensive.
I guess if I ever decided to go into the insurance end of the business,
I would look at picking it back up. It seemed to have a bit of weight
with the insurance reviewers. But as a design guy that is solely
focused on sprinklers, there is no doubt that NICET is the way to go.
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On 6/23/2016 2:46 PM, Morey, Mike wrote:
Being a holder of both, NICET is by far and away the recognized
program for sprinkler design, ITM and alarm design nationwide. CFPS is
generally most widely recognized by the insurance industry and fire
service. CFPS focuses on fire protection as a end to end concern but
in more general terms. NICET is much more focused and technically
detailed. CFPS is a nice extra though it hasn't gained me a ton it's
a good feather in the cap for someone primarily practicing in the
sprinkler industry.
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I have some management types confused on these certifications and what
they represent in the industry.
Does anyone have any info that spells out the differences between
these two programs?
I’m not looking for a debate of value here. I need an outside party’s
opinion and evaluation.
My opinion doesn’t count of course, I’m prejudiced. J
*Craig L. Prahl**
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