Public Safety

Students will learn law enforcement terminology, classifications and elements of crime, and how various court systems are used to judge and punish offenders. Private Security is an ever-expanding industry that requires trained professionals that can detect, deter, and investigate the crime. Students will learn self-defense and subject control techniques, methods to conduct patrols, surveillance, and traffic procedures. The student will learn the role and responsibilities of a correctional officer including processing inmates, maintaining security in a correctional setting, and understanding inmate mental health needs.

Students will analyze and practice skills outlined in the Ohio Department of Public Safety Fire protection and Ohio Emergency Medical Services rules and regulations in preparation for Firefighter I & II curriculum and EMT licensure. Students learn the history of firefighting, ground operations, fire science, fire suppression, use of protective equipment, rescue equipment, tools, and appliances. Students will apply knowledge by training with fire equipment, live-fire exercises, and practicing a variety of rescue situations. Students will apply knowledge and skills to advanced training in fire suppression, fire science, rescue, equipment, tools, appliances, and hazardous materials operations. Students who successfully complete this course at a chartered institution will be eligible to take the National Registry Exam for Ohio EMT certification.