• Emergency Services

    The Emergency Services program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with Emergency Medical Services. This program of study includes disaster response and the knowledge and skills necessary to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

  • Successful completion of the program of study will fulfill requirements of the Public Service endorsement. Public Service

  • Course Information

    Courses below are not tied to grade levels.  Not all courses have a required prerequisite. 

    For more course information, click on the name of course.

    Level 1

    Course: 55520Q SEMESTER
    Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 9 - 10
    Course Key:  55520Q
    SEMESTER
    Course Name:  Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 9 - 10

    Required Prerequisite(s): None

    Certification(s): N/A

    This course introduces students to professions in law enforcement, protective services, corrections, and fire and emergency management services. Students will examine legal and ethical roles and responsibilities of the professions and will recognize the importance of interagency cooperation. Students will identify the roles and functions of police, court systems, the correctional system, private security, and protective agencies of fire emergency services.

    Skills USA

    Level 2

    Course: 555701 FULL YEAR
    Disaster Response
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 9 - 10
    Course Key:  555701
    FULL YEAR
    Course Name:  Disaster Response
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 9 - 10

    Required Prerequisite(s): Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Recommended

    Certification(s): N/A

    Disaster Response includes basic training of students in disaster survival and rescue skills that would improve the ability of citizens to survive until responders or other assistance could arrive. Students will receive education, training, and volunteer service to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues and disasters of all kinds.

    Level 3

    Course: 204101 FULL YEAR
    Anatomy and Physiology
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 11 - 12
    Course Key:  204101
    FULL YEAR
    Course Name:  Anatomy and Physiology
    Credit: 1 science credit
    Grade: 11 - 12

    Required Prerequisite(s): Biology and Chemistry

    Certification(s): N/A

    This course is a hands-on survey of the structures and functions of the human body, including investigating the body's responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy processes. It includes laboratory investigation and fieldwork using appropriate scientific inquiry.

    Future Health Professionals

    Course: 55120Q SEMESTER
    Counseling and Mental Health
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 11 - 12
    Course Key:  55120Q
    SEMESTER
    Course Name:  Counseling and Mental Health
    Credit: 1
    Grade: 11 - 12

    Required Prerequisite(s): None

    Certification(s): N/A

    Counseling and Mental Health prepares students for future employment in the field of counseling and mental health services. Students will acquire knowledge of mental health conditions, examine care options, and model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implications of their actions.

    Family, Career and Community Leaders of America

    Level 4

    Course: 553801 FULL YEAR
    Career Preparation for Programs of Study
    Credit: 3
    Grade: 11 - 12
    Course Key:  553801
    FULL YEAR
    Course Name:  Career Preparation for Programs of Study
    Credit: 3
    Grade: 11 - 12

    Required Prerequisite(s): 16 years of age

    Certification(s): N/A

    This course provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with paid business and industry employment experiences. Classroom experiences include: job acquisition, career progression, financial success, business/entrepreneurial applications, occupational safety and health, and relevant news topics. Professional portfolios will be created with material supporting an educational/career plan for the future.Students will earn 3.0 credits for successful completion of this course which includes one class period per school day on campus and two class periods per school day allocated for early release for off campus work experience.

    Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Distributive Education Clubs of America Business Professionals of America Transportation will be needed.