Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License

The Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License allows you to monitor the following work:

  • Residential and Commercial fire alarms
  • Detection devices and systems

The Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License DOES NOT allow the holder to:

  • Plan, install, certify or service commercial, one or two family dwelling alarm systems

How to Get the Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License in Texas?

  1. Review the Alarm License and Test Information document to learn about the scopes of work, application criteria, and exam clarifications
  2. Pass the corresponding examinations:
    • Fire Alarm Technical (TFM14)
    • Fire Alarm Statute & Rules (TFM11)
  3. Obtain a biometric background check if one is not already on SFMO's records
  4. Fill out and submit the Fire Alarm License Application (SF032)
  5. Provide the name of the company where the employee will be registered
    • The business must apply for a Fire Alarm Certificate of Registration (SF031) if the SFMO has not licensed it yet
  6. Send any required documentation, and pay the fees in full by mailing them to the Texas Department of Insurance (State Fire Marshal’s Office - P.O. Box 12107, Austin, Texas 78711-2107) or through the Sircon online platform
    • The cost for more than one application must be combined into a singular payment to cover all fees
  7. Expect an answer from the Office after the application for Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) has been successfully validated
    • Individual Licenses are sent via email to the licensee's registered email address; paper licenses and pocket cards are no longer provided
    • Contact the State Fire Marshal Office at (512) 676-6800, or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to obtain more details about the licensure process

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License Exam Prep Course

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade exams, including the official reference lists.

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) Fire Alarm Monitoring TFM14 Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing; closed book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Types of Questions: True/false or multiple choice
  • Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 70%
  • Subjects Involved:
    • NFPA® National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
    • Central-Station Alarm Services
  • PSI© Fire Alarm Monitoring TFM14 Official Content Outline

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) Fire Alarm Statute & Rules TFM11 Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing; closed book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Types of Questions: True/false or multiple choice
  • Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 70%
  • Subjects Involved:
    • Texas Insurance Code - Fire Detection and Alarm Device Installation
    • Texas Administrative Code - Fire Alarm Rules
  • PSI© Fire Alarm Statute & Rules TFM11 Official Content Outline

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • TEXAS FIRE ALARM MONITORING TECHNICIAN (AMT) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $188.53
  • TEXAS FIRE ALARM MONITORING TECHNICIAN (AMT) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $208.53

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) Fire Alarm Monitoring TFM14 Exam Book

Books Not Allowed in Testing

Texas Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician (AMT) Fire Alarm Statute & Rules TFM11 Exam Book

Books Not Allowed in Testing