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This program focuses on the public safety sector. Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighter careers are explored. Students are prepared for and have the opportunity to sit for the following certifications: Fire Certification, Hazmat Awareness and Operation, and Emergency Medical Technician Certification. 

Full academic selections for Juniors and Seniors

Available Certifications: National Incident Management Systems (NIMS), Hazmat Awareness, Dispatch, OSHA, CPR, Hazmat Ops, EVD, Firefighter 256,Qualify for EMT

 

Ray Anthony Instructor
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Length of Program: 2 years
Technical Credits Earned: 6 
Academic Credits: 4 per year

Information

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Technical Core Curriculum
 

  • Public Safety Introduction

  • Ethics

  • Safety

  • CPR, AED  and First Aid Certification

  • Computer technology

  • Communication/911

  • Diversity and Disabilities

  • Schematics, Maps and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

  • Healthy Living Styles

  • Psychology of Stress

  • Equipment training

  • Hazmat training - operation level/WMD

  • OSHA Certification

  • Terrorist Assessment Training

  • Incident Command

  • Emergency Telecommunications

  • Fire 240 Certification

  • Emergency Vehicle Certification

  • EMT-B Certification

  • National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Certification

  • SkillsUSA student organization
 

Post-Secondary Education Opportunities
 

  • Tech Prep program - Students have the opportunity to earn up to 21 college credits in this program

  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Employment Opportunities
 

  • Fire Fighter

  • EMT

  • 911 Emergency Dispatcher