Public Services and Safety Careers

Overview
Degree
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Criminal Justice Technology

Associate of Applied Science

The criminal justice technology degree at COTC prepares students for a rewarding career in criminal justice. Those who enroll in the program can expect to learn about the three facets of the justice system: law enforcement, corrections and courts. 

Certificate
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate is eligible for a short-term certificate grant available to students with demonstrated financial need as well as students who are currently in or exiting foster care. 

Degree
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Fire Science Technical Rescue

Associate of Applied Science

Technical rescue is a highly specialized “high risk/low frequency” area of fire department operations that requires a disproportionate amount of training and education when compared to “low risk / high frequency” operations in Fire and Emergency Services (FES).

Degree

Fire Science Technology

Secure a strong technical foundation in the strategies and tactics of firefighting, fire safety and prevention, and emergency incident management.

Degree
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Law Enforcement Technology

Associate of Applied Science

The law enforcement technology program at Central Ohio Technical College’s Institute for Public Safety offers a two-year Associate of Applied Science in Law Enforcement Technology.

Certificate
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Peace Officer Basic Training

Short-Term Certificate

Central Ohio Technical College’s Institute for Public Safety offers peace officer basic training designed to prepare students to meet the requirements of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.