Emergency Services is a three year program providing an introduction to the field of Homeland Security. Areas covered include Fire Fighting, Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice, and Emergency Medicine.

GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO SHINE

Subject areas covered in each year of training include: Law Enforcement/Security, criminal justice system, crime prevention, criminal investigation, building and grounds security, emergency communications and report writing.

Students must be self-disciplined and in good condition to meet the physical and mental rigors of this intensive hands-on course, as well as have a basic understanding of biology, civics, chemistry, environmental science, mathematics, and research techniques.

STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO:

  • Be physically fit and able to lift heavy weight frequently
  • Be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Demonstrate mature physical interaction in close circumstances, such as during CPR or patient assessment.
  • Demonstrate mature response to sensitive human topics such as childbirth
  • Have a general understanding of life and environmental sciences

For information on this occupation’s description, required knowledge, job tasks and related job titles, state/national wages and employment trends, visit the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s site for this career field.

Student Testimonial:
Emergency Services

COLLEGE CREDIT

GACTC students can get a jump start on postsecondary education by taking advantage of the various articulation and/or dual enrollment opportunities. Select the link to review the college credit opportunities available.

POSSIBLE INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

  • Advanced First Aid
  • Bloodborne Pathogen
  • BLS Healthcare Provider
  • CPR and AED
  • First Responder
  • Hazardous Materials Response Awareness
  • NIMS IS 100, 200, 700, 800
  • OSHA 10
  • Rope Rescue I & II

Jessica Reilly

EMS Teacher
814-505-1261
2nd Floor