South Carolina Chapter - International Association of Arson Investigators

07/05/2026

Registration is open. Join us in Myrtle Beach for the conference this year.

Registration for the 2026 NC/SC Joint Conference in Myrtle Beach is OPEN!

*NEW* for this year's registration - you MUST use the primary email address associated with your NCIAAI Membership to receive the NC Chapter rate.

If you're unsure of what email is "primary" for your NCIAAI Membership, take a quick moment to log into your profile by visiting

https://nciaai.com/Sys/Login

For more information about the 2026 NC/SC Joint Conference, you can find links to the online registration site (no mail in registrations for the 2026 Conference), hotel room rates and reservation link, and more - check it out at

https://nciaai.com/2026-NCSC-Joint-Conference

06/01/2026

If you’re interested in taking the basic fire investigation class in 2027, the application period opens in July.

Announcing dates for the 2027 SC Basic Fire Investigation classes: March 15-20, 2027 and September 13-18, 2027. Applications will be made available on July 1st. Seats are limited. Learn more and see prerequisites: https://statefire.llr.sc.gov/scfa/basic-fire.aspx

03/26/2026

Day 2 of our 1033 class is a great success. We’d like to thank the following people and agencies for helping to make this class such a great success.

Mandy Simpson - State Farm for providing lunch

Myrtle Beach Fire Department for providing their burn trailer.

1800BoardUp of Myrtle Beach powered by Vines Heating & Air for rehabbing the burn trailer.

Howe Springs Fire Rescue for providing their facilities for our use.

Fire Investigation Training Group for coming in and teaching another amazing class for us.

03/25/2026

Day 1 of NFPA 1033 class. Thanks to all involved for making this class possible.

03/03/2026

Last month at our quarterly training, IAAI President David Bridges instructed us on expert witness testimony. This was an amazing class, we were honored to have David in South Carolina and look forward to having him back soon.

02/23/2026

The South Carolina Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators was proud to host our First Quarter Training, and the outstanding participation and engagement made the program a tremendous success. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, reflecting the value of continued professional education grounded in science and best practices. We extend our sincere appreciation to IAAI President David Bridges for delivering exceptional instruction on the Scientific Method and reinforcing the principles that guide our profession. Thank you to everyone who attended and continues to support training, collaboration, and excellence within the fire investigation community.

12/26/2025

The SCIAAI hopes you and your families had a Merry Christmas.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to All Our Members!

As we gather with family and friends today, we are reminded how truly grateful we are for the strength, support, and professionalism of our dedicated members. Your commitment, teamwork, and passion make our organization stronger every day.

May this season bring you peace, good health, and time to enjoy the people who mean the most to you. Thank you for all you do and for the positive impact you make in our community.

Wishing you and your families a happy, safe, and blessed Thanksgiving!

With gratitude,

SC- Chapter IAAI