Law, Public Safety,
Corrections, & Security

The Criminal Justice and Correction Services program of study prepares students for a range of careers in law enforcement, crime scene analysis, forensic science, public safety, and criminal justice. Course content emphasizes procedures and laws governing the application of justice in the United States, from constitutional rights to crisis scenario management and the elements of criminal investigations. 

Criminal Justice & Correction Services

The Criminal Justice and Correction Services program of study prepares students for a range of careers in law enforcement, crime scene analysis, forensic science, public safety, and criminal justice. Course content emphasizes procedures and laws governing the application of justice in the United States from constitutional rights to crisis scenario management and the elements of criminal investigations. 
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1:   Criminal Justice IYear 2:  Criminal Justice IIYear 3:  Criminal Justice III: InvestigationYear 4:  Criminal Justice Practicum or Unmanned Aircraft for Law Enforcement (Academy only)
  • Kenwood High School
  • Northeast High School
  • Northwest High School
  • West Creek High School (Academy of Law and Criminal Justice)

Post Secondary Opportunities

Degree and certification programs in the field of Criminal Justice & Correction Services are available at NSCC and APSU.

Career Fields in Criminal Justice & Correction Services

Animal Control Officer

Attorney

Correctional Officer

Corrections Educator

Court Reporter

Crime Scene Investigator

Criminal Investigator

Forensic Scientist

Legal Secretary

Notary Public

Parole Officer

Police Officer

Sherriff's Officer

Fire Management

The Fire Management Services program of study is designed for students interested in becoming a firefighter or fire management professional. The sequence of courses provides comprehensive preparation in firefighter safety, fire behavior, building construction guidelines, use of firefighter equipment, safety with hazardous materials, and more. 
COURSE STANDARDS: Year 1:  Principles of Fire and Emergency ServicesYear 2:  Fire PreventionYear 3:  Fire Science I
  • Rossview High School

Post Secondary Opportunities

Degree and certification programs in the field of Fire Management are available at Vol State and APSU.

Career Fields in Fire Management

Alarm and Fire Investigator

Alarm Technician

Emergency Dispatcher

Fire Fighter

Fire Marshal

Fire Prevention and Protection Engineer

Fire Prevention Specialist

Fire Protection Inspector

Rescue Worker

Safety Consultant

Training Officer