Emergency Services Specialist - Northampton County Area Community College

Emergency Services Specialist from Northampton County Area Community College is a Campus Certificate Emergency Management degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Program Narrative The demand for well-trained people in the emergency services field is ongoing and the employment outlook is very good. NCC\\\'s Emergency Services Specialist diploma program was created to respond to the workforce needs of our region and is unique in Northampton County. The program provides an opportunity for anyone wanting to enter or advance quickly in this challenging career field. The program is an excellent option for people currently employed as emergency service personnel who want additional training and education for professional advancement or for personal growth in the profession. A tuition-free enrollment option is in place for emergency services personnel currently employed by the County. Program Features If you are interested in a fast-track option, our Emergency Services Specialist program provides an alternative level of achievement in a shorter period of time compared to our associate\\\'s degree program. The curriculum includes five required courses (16 credits) and nine credits of EMGS elective courses allowing you to tailor the program to your individual goals and interests. Electives include advanced firefighting courses, rescue courses, Emergency Medical Technician courses, and inspection and management courses. After you\\\'ve completed the specialized diploma, you may choose to continue your studies. In this case, you can apply all of your specialized diploma courses toward an associate degree program or transfer your credits to another institution. All of the courses in the specialized diploma curriculum are offered as part of the current degree program. Program Outcomes Graduates of the program will: Utilize skills to develop decision making and problem solving abilities in an emergency situation. Function safely and effectively as a member of an emergency services team. Develop a management approach in the various segments of emergency services, Public Safety (Fire/Emergency Medical), and the Private Sector (Industry). Develop standard operating procedures for emergency operations. Develop a pre-plan for fire and hazardous materials emergencies. Develop a fire prevention program aimed at a particular target audience. View more details on Northampton County Area Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Emergency Management courses.