Public Safety

3 Programs
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Honor. Integrity. Service. The Public Safety programs at COM is dedicated to training the next generation of community protectors. Whether you are pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice to understand the systems of law, Fire Technology to prepare for a career in fire service or training in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to become an EMT or paramedic, you will train under the guidance of seasoned professionals with decades of field experience.
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Meet Christy - Emergency Medical Services Program

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These instructors all have experience in the fire service, and that's what you want. You want to learn from the guys who's done it. Everything's hands-on in the class, then you come out here and do it for real.
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Common Careers in Public Safety

  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Paramedic*
  • Firefighter
  • Fire Inspector or Investigator
  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Police Detective*
  • Correctional Officer
  • Security Specialist
  • Criminal Justice Technician
  • 911 Dispatcher
  • Emergency Management Coordinator
  • Public Safety Trainer or Instructor
  • Forensic or Crime Scene Technician*
  • Homeland Security Specialist
*Additional certification or education may be required.
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