Focus on describing your education as it relates to the position. You do not need to start with receiving your high school diploma or GED. Start with post-secondary training and beyond. If you do not have post-secondary training and the position calls for only a high school diploma or GED, mention that you are qualified and describe if you have your diploma or GED. However, most Fire Investigator jobs require a minimum of a bachelor's degree or fire investigative certification and work experience to apply for the position.

Suppose the job announcement says the agency is looking for a Fire Investigator with a bachelor's degree in any subject, but preferably in fire science. In that case, you want to have a bachelor's degree before applying to the position. You want to avoid not having the education required for the job. If you do not meet the agency's requirements, you will be disqualified as a candidate.

"I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science eight years ago from Colorado State University. I then became an IAAI Certified Fire Investigator. I have agreed to a code of ethics and passed their exam. I have maintained my certification by completing the necessary continuing education units and am in good standing as an investigator."