This entry-level course is designed for the student interested in a career in the emergency communications field. Areas of study will include telecommunication centers, dispatching, use of 911 computer systems, participation in emergency scenarios, and call processing. The appropriate use of technology and industry-standard equipment is an integral part of this course.
Lecture Hours: 45.0
Transfer: Not transferable
The Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) has been recognized as an essential component of effective EMS systems. Proper and timely training as well as a sound Medical Protocol are what help EMDs deliver quality care to the public with emergency medical needs.
Lecture Hours: 18.0
Transfer: Not transferable
The Emergency Fire Dispatcher (EFD), through the use of the FPDST, brings the science of structured call processing to the fire-rescue field. Completion of this course provides students with confidence to begin using the protocols even in the busiest of communication centers.
Lecture Hours: 18.0
Transfer: Not transferable
The PPDST brings the science of structured call processing to the world of law enforcement. Completion of this course provides students with confidence to begin using the online protocol in the busiest of communication centers.
Lecture Hours: 18.0
Transfer: Not transferable