Public Safety, First Responders, and Services | BCTC

Education & Training

Public Safety, First Responders, and Services

Programs in this pathway lead to careers that serve the community. Explore what BCTC has to offer in the First Responders, Public Safety, and Services Career Pathway.

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.