Accreditation. Advocacy. Accountability.

The American Board of First Responder Behavioral Healthcare (FRBH) is the nation’s only accrediting body dedicated exclusively to the behavioral health systems of fire, EMS, law enforcement, dispatch, and corrections.

We Set the Standard for Systems Built to Serve Those Who Serve.

FRBH accreditation affirms that your agency is committed to operational excellence, trauma-informed care, and the psychological safety of its personnel. This isn’t just compliance—it’s transformation.

First Responders Face Greater Mental Health Risks.

Traditional mental health systems weren’t built for first responders. First responders face traumatic events, life-or-death decisions, and high-stakes environments every day. Yet most behavioral health frameworks weren’t designed with these realities in mind. FRBH was founded to change that.

The Data Speaks for Itself:

  • 1 in 3 first responders develops PTSD—nearly twice the rate of the general population. (SAMHSA, 2018)

  • 85% report symptoms of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, or substance use. (University of Phoenix Survey, 2017)

  • Firefighters are 3x more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. (Ruderman Family Foundation, 2018)

What We Do.

FRBH is not just an accreditor—we’re a national leader in setting behavioral health standards for public safety.

  • We define accreditation standards based on public safety realities and clinical best practices.

  • We guide agencies in building sustainable, culturally aligned systems of care.

  • We provide professional certification for clinicians, chaplains, and peer supporters serving within accredited organizations.

  • We champion policies and practices that reduce stigma and build resilience across the first responder community.

More Than Accreditation—A National Movement.

We envision a future where every first responder has access to behavioral health systems tailored to their role. FRBH accreditation is a badge of leadership—signaling your agency’s commitment to readiness, resilience, and responsible care.

  • National advocacy for first responder mental health.

  • Professional education and certification.

  • Curated toolkits and system-building resources.

Call to Action.

Join the movement. Lead with purpose. Help your agency set the national standard for behavioral health. Become FRBH Accredited.