Application instructions for all applicants

The CCFFDIA is currently enrolling spots for the 2026 academy in the following categories  fire, law enforcement, coroners/ medical legal death investigators and other. Please use the table below to ensure that you click on the category appropriate to your profession begin your application. The application forms are specific to each category (fire, law enforcement, etc.)  and require applicants to verify membership in the category with supervisor information, professional email and other personal credentials. Application details will be verified for each potential attendee prior to confirmation emails being sent out. Applicants are asked why they want/need to attend the course. This information is important as spots are limited, and course need and applicability are considered during the validation process.  Preference may be given to those who have prerequisite training and have completed the suggested course requirements (CFITrainer.net). For potential attendees that secure an open spot with their registration, the spot is not confirmed until payment is received. Once validation is complete emails will be sent containing payment instructions. Individuals that do not pay course fees by the due date will lose their spot in the course and their spot will be given to registrants on the waiting list. The table below clarifies the appropriate categories for each attendee and contains links to each application. 

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Photograph, recording and video policy and release forms 

The use of private recording/photography devices to record course lectures, scenes, or activities is not permitted. Photographs containing human remains from the course are strictly regulated and governed by our contract with the UC Willed bodies program.  All photos taken during the course belong to CCFFDIA. Researchers, and attendees may request the use of photographs from the course for educational purposes using the photograph request form on the research page. Photographs may never be utilized for advertisement, and may never be posted on social media. Any attendees or research affiliates found to be utilizing photographs or media associated with the course in an unsanctioned manner will be subject to legal action and reported to their employer. Once a candidate application is accepted all release forms governing the use of media related to the course will need to be signed and submitted.

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Policy on Non-sworn private investigators 

At this time the CCFFDIA does not permit the attendance of non-sworn private investigators at the academy.

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​Policy on cancelations, and no shows

Paid registrants may cancel for a full refund up to 45 business days in advance of the workshop by February 15th. Cancelations occurring after this date but a minimum of two weeks prior to the class may receive a 50% refund. Cancelations occurring two weeks prior to the course are not eligible for a refund. No shows are not eligible for a refund. ​Spots in the course are non-transferable only registered applicants may attend. Canceled spots will be given to applicants on the waitlist by the academy BOD. 

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Policy on Research 

Individuals from any category that wish to conduct a research project during the academy must first attend the academy or have proof that they have attended a similar fire death investigation course and must then submit a research application including a budget which can be found in the research tab.