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Teachers:
Todd Heckman, East Campus
Jack Harris, West Campus
The Protective Services program presents a comprehensive public safety
education to students interested in pursuing a career, volunteer service or
post-secondary education in emergency medical, law enforcement, fire or
emergency management services. The program combines lecture, demonstration, and experiential learning experiences for an in-depth training opportunity. Since
all areas of public safety must work together and responsibilities often overlap career boundaries, the student is expected to meet a minimum level of
proficiency in all areas of the training program.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) prepare students for certification in
cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency response. The program prepare students to test for the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Emergency Medical Technician certification.
Law enforcement covers the Pennsylvania crimes and
vehicle codes, criminal behavior, corrections, criminal
investigations and evidence, patrol procedures, traffic control and safety, arrest procedures and the use of force.
Fire science studies prepare students with fire fighting essentials, basic vehicle rescue and personal rescue training. Students will study administration and
planning of safety procedures and inspections.
Graduates of this program are well prepared to start working as a security
officer, EMT, or protective officer. The program also provides an excellent foundation from which to pursue additional education and ultimately a career in public safety.
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BCTC Career Pathways:
- Security Officer
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Firefighting and Prevention
Worker
- Safety Inspector
- Dispatcher
- First Responder
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BCTC Career Pathways
Can Lead To:
- Criminal Investigator
- Deputy U.S. Marshall
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Firefighting and Prevention
Supervisor
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Police Detective
- Sheriff/Police Officer
- Firefighter
- Security Guard
- Federal Government Guard
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Industry Certifications: Adult AED/CPR certification, Infant/Child CPR certification, Hazardous Material Awareness certification, Firefighter I certification, Basic Rigging for Rope Rescue
certification, EMT – B certification, First Responder certification, Handcuffing
certification, Expandable Baton certification, OC (Pepper) Spray certification
College Advanced Credits:
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Up to 12 credits
Reading Area Community College - Up to 3 credits
Bucks County Community College - Pending approval |
Program Requirements/Costs:
(approximate)
- Uniform and shoes $75
- Textbooks & workbooks $235
- Industry certification testing fees $75
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Program Entrance Recommendations:
- Reading at grade level
- Algebra I or Geometry
- Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently
or in a team
- Hand-eye coordination
- Good disciplinary record
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