The instructional staff must maintain technical competency, meet the requirements to be an approved instructor and meet all state and local requirements for accreditation.
Instructor is Accredited by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
40 years in Public Safety
24 years as a Credentialed Teacher
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Coordinator
Fire Fighter
Fire/Arson Investigator
Paramedic
Public Information Officer
Vice President for IAFF Local 891
CTA State Board of Education
The high school LPS teacher is an active member of ACTE, LAPSEN, SkillsUSA, HOSA, the National Technical Honor Society, and the National Honor Society of Sports Medicine.
The instructor has attended the following Professional Development within the past 3 years.
Mike Dickinson
InstructureCon Canvas LMS Conference 06/2024
CUE Conference - 5/2024
SkillsUSA Region 6 Fall Leadership Conference - 01/2024
SkillsUSA California State Conference - 04/2024
AVERT Active Shooter Train the Trainer - 05/2023
CUE Conference - 5/2023
SkillsUSA Region 6 Fall Leadership Conference - 01/2023
SkillsUSA California State Conference - 04/2023
SkillsUSA National Conference - 06/2023
SkillsUSA Region 6 Fall Leadership Conference - 01/2022
SkillsUSA California State Conference - 04/2022
SkillsUSA National Conference 06/2022
HOSA Regional Fall Leadership Conference 03/2022
SkillsUSA Region 6 Fall Leadership Conference - 01/2021
SkillsUSA California State Conference - 04/2021
CUE Conference - 5/2021
InstructureCon Canvas LMS Conference 06/2024
District Safety & Security Meetings- Monthly
Instruct District Active Shooter Training - Yearly
Leadership Conferences - Yearly
The instructor is deeply committed to a comprehensive professional development plan designed to elevate his expertise as an educator while ensuring continuous alignment with current industry standards. By actively engaging with advisors from the public safety and emergency medical services (EMS) sectors, he remains informed about the latest advancements and best practices, thereby enriching the educational experience he provides to students.
In close collaboration with ACE administrators, the instructor also develops and executes strategic initiatives to broaden the program’s reach and impact. These efforts include delivering informative presentations, engaging prospective students through outreach to local middle schools, establishing college articulation agreements to streamline students’ transition to higher education, and fostering strong partnerships with local colleges.
Through these dedicated efforts, the instructor not only enhances his professional practice but also contributes significantly to the growth and influence of the program, helping to prepare students for meaningful and successful careers in public safety and EMS fields.