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Protective Services

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The Protective Services program provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the careers and skills essential to public safety and emergency response. Designed for students interested in law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services (EMS), security, and disaster response, this program delivers both academic and hands-on training aligned with industry standards and first responder expectations.

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Criminal and civil law
    • Police procedures and Investigative techniques
    • Fire behavior and firefighting operations
    • Emergency medical care, CPR, and first aid
    • Homeland security and emergency management
    • Physical fitness and stress management for first responders

     

    PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

    • Communication
    • Teamwork
    • Ethical decision-making
  • CAREER PATHWAYS

    • Police Officer
    • Firefighter
    • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
    • Paramedic
    • Security Officer
    • Dispatcher
    • Corrections Officer
    • Military Officer
    • Military Service Member
    • Other Public Safety Professions
  • CERTIFICATIONS

    • CPR and AED Training
    • Stop the Bleed
    • OSHA for Healthcare

John Shindledecker

Mr. Shindledecker is an experienced public safety professional with a background in patrol supervision, K9 operations, and drug investigations. He has served in various military, law enforcement, and investigative roles and is dedicated to training the next generation of emergency responders with a focus on leadership and professionalism.

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