Emergency Services - Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center

Emergency Services from Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is a Campus Certificate Emergency Management degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Emergency Services is a three-year program providing students with a solid foundation of skills common to public safety including law enforcement, emergency medical services (EMS), and fire fighting. Subject areas include training in the criminal justice system, crime prevention , criminal investigation, building and grounds security , and emergency communications and report writing. Emergency medical services include rescue, First Responder and CPR training. The fire fighting component includes fire fighting techniques, handling hazardous materials, and fire investigation. Students need to be in good physical condition to complete the course.Students also have the opportunity to become EMTs. Upon graduation, students may use these specific skills for immediate employment or may choose to continue their education in one particular area of interest. View more details on Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Emergency Management courses.