March 28, 2024 – Orlando, FL
March 28, 2025
February 21, 2025 – Plantation, FL
February 21, 2025
The ACE Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems certification program is for technicians working in the inspection and testing of existing water-based fire protection systems. This exam will be based on the 2017 edition of NFPA 25. Eligibility for ACE Certification is based on different factors depending on which certification level is sought. Please note both continuing education and work experience requirements must be met to be eligible to sit for an exam. See all exam PREREQUISITES.
Exams Being Offered:
Inspector Level I – $400
Inspector Level II Next Step – $300 (For those candidates who already have an ACE or NICET Level I)
Inspector Level II Direct – $600 (For those candidates who do not have a Level I and want to test directly to Level II)
Inspector Level III – $350 (For those candidates who already have an ACE or NICET Level II)
Registration will open soon!
What you Need to Know for this Exam:
Registrants are REQUIRED to be checked in AND in the testing room by 8:00 am (unless otherwise posted). Please arrive early to allow time to check in before the exam starts. If participants are not in the room AND checked in by the required time, they may be required to test at a later date. The time to take the exam depends on the certification level. Please refer to the About the Exam page for more information.
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**UPDATE COMING SOON** All Water-based Inspector Certification exams will be updated to NFPA 25 2023 edition in the spring of 2025. More information will be coming out regarding the specific date.