The Public Safety Program at the Pike County Career Technology Center evolved from a Criminal Justice Program to a Public Safety Program. The difference between the two is that Public Safety incorporates more awareness of other aspects that are needed in the community. This is to include but is not limited to Fire Fighting, Emergency Medical Technician, Criminal Justice, Forensics, Probation Services, Corrections and Social work that will include Public Administration.

The Junior year will concentrate on a Core Body of Knowledge that includes career exploration, communications, safety and emergency telecommunications.

The Senior year will allow the students to explore career fields that include Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Fire Science, Emergency Medical Technician, and Legal careers.

Lab activities may include:

·         Defensive Tactics

·         Traffic Investigation

·         Crime Scene Investigation

·         Corrections

·         Behavioral Science

·         Fire Prevention and inspections

·         Patient Assessment

·         Medical Emergencies

·         Criminal Law

·         Paralegal

·         Social Services

Instructors:

Public Safety 11:         Todd Smith

Public Safety 12:         Leigh Thompson