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Education & Training

Public Safety, First Responders, and Services

Programs that lead to careers that serve the community. Explore what BCTC has to offer to start a career that helps others.

Programs

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Associate in Arts (AA) Transfer
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Criminal Justice
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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Fire Rescue
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Human Services
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Paramedic (Emergency Medical Services)

Suggested First-Semester Schedule

The courses below are a recommendation. You will work with an academic advisor to develop an individualized course schedule based on your unique interest, career goals, and developmental/co-requisite needs.

Recommended Course Credit Hours Requirement Fulfilled
ENG 101 – Writing I 3 Written Communication
Technical Course(s) – in area of interest 3-6 Technical Area
Quantitative Reasoning (Math) 3 Quantitative Reasoning
Humanities Course 3 Heritage/Humanities
PSY 110 General Psychology 3 Social and Behavioral Sciences

Please view the KCTCS Catalog for descriptions and information about courses.

If you would like to create a more detailed program plan or schedule for the Arts, Humanities and Communication pathway, please fill out this form and an advisor will contact you shortly.