The Public Safety Professions provides basic, intermediate, and advanced certificates
and licensing for first responder professionals.
With highly experienced faculty, the Public Safety Professions Department also provides
customized training to meet industry needs. First responders protect life, evidence,
property and the environment during an emergency.
In addition to technical training, the Public Safety Professions also helps train
First Responders in important aspects of emergency communications strategy positively
affecting our community and supporting the agencies in ensuring the safety and well-being
of citizens.
Available Programs
- Criminal Justice AAS
- Associate Degree with a Concentration in Criminal Justice
- Law Enforcement Academy
- TCOLE CE Courses
- Emergency Medical Services AAS
- Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
- Fire Academy Certificate
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology AAS
- Fire Services Administration AAS
Career Outlook
In Texas, there are over 67,000 actively licensed EMS personnel, 100,000 sworn police officers, 32,000 paid Firefighters. Employers are desperate for trained personnel.
Faculty
Fire Science Administration and Protection
- David Anderson, Program Coordinator
Law Enforcement and In-Service Training
- Joseph Garcia, LEA Chief/Program Coordinator
Emergency Medical Services
- Samantha Grimsley, Program Coordinator
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
- Sharon Johnson, Program Coordinator
Basic Firefighting and In-Service Training
- TBD