About Probie Fire Training
Educate. Certify. Empower.
Probie Fire Training delivers accredited fire service education designed for the Department of Defense Fire and Emergency Services (DoD F&ES) and Civilian communities.
Founded by retired Air Force Fire Chiefs Andrew J. Kehl and Mark J. Abrahamson, Probie exists to elevate professional standards through Pro Board–accredited certification programs that integrate seamlessly with DoD reciprocity requirements.
Our Mission
To educate, certify, and mentor fire and emergency services professionals—building skilled, ethical, and resilient leaders committed to safety, service, and integrity.
Our Vision
To shape a future where every firefighter enters the profession inspired, prepared, and equipped to lead.
Why Probie
✅ Accredited & Recognized
Courses are delivered in partnership with the Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA) and accredited through the Pro Board.
💳 Procurement-Ready
Training can be purchased using GPC micro-purchase, credit card or SF-182/SAP pathways, simplifying acquisition.
🧭 Built for DoD or Civilian Fire
Each course includes a complete Reciprocity Packet for streamlined submission to AFCEC under local policy. All IFSAC requirements are perfectly aligned with Probie Curriculum.
🔒 Turnkey Delivery
From scheduling and instruction to testing and certification, Probie manages every phase with full accountability.
👨🚒 Led by Experience
Every instructor brings real-world Chief Fire Officer leadership experience as former Fire Chiefs, Safety Officers, or Training Managers.
Our Partnership with FDSOA
Through a strategic partnership with the Fire Department Safety Officers Association (FDSOA), Probie delivers Health and Safety Officer (HSO) and Incident Safety Officer (ISO) programs accredited by the Pro Board.
This collaboration ensures:
Standardized curriculum and testing integrity
Official certificates and seals issued through FDSOA
Direct DoD reciprocity compatibility
Who We Serve
Probie Fire Training supports:
U.S. Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Army, and DoD civilian fire departments
Federal and local fire agencies seeking NFPA-aligned, Pro Board–certified training
Fire service professionals pursuing recognized credentials for promotion or compliance
Our Founders
Andrew J. Kehl, MS, CFO, CM
Co-Founder, Probie Fire Training
Retired USAF Chief Master Sergeant | Former Fire Chief (3 bases)
Led innovation and transformation initiatives across USAFE Fire & Emergency Services.
Mark J. Abrahamson, CFO, CM
Co-Founder, Probie Fire Training
Retired USAF Chief Master Sergeant | Former Fire Chief (2 bases)
Adjunct Instructor for the Air Force Institute of Technology and DoD Fire Academy; managed $103M enterprise portfolio.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the next step toward accredited certification for your department.