Do I need a license to install fire alarms in Tennessee?
State license required
Yes. Tennessee requires a state license or certification for fire alarms, issued by Tennessee Alarm Systems Contractors Board.
- Issuing agency
- Tennessee Alarm Systems Contractors Board
- License / certification types
- Alarm Systems Contractor certification + Designated Qualifying Agent
- NICET level
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- State exam
- PSI exam
- Experience / hours
- Qualifying education or national certification + 3 years experience
- Continuing education
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Renewal cycle
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Reciprocity
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Fees
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Notes
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
Source: official page · checked 2026-10-16
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