The Public Safety Technology program is designed to meet the ongoing needs of municipalities, students, business, and industries. The program will develop your technical skills, general knowledge, critical thinking, and problem solving abilities. Broad-based technical skills and critical thinking processes will assist you in adapting to changes in the work environment and promoting successful advancement on the job. Additionally, the program prepares you to transfer to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions if they wish to continue their education.

Sample careers in this field: Government administration, environmental health technician, firefighter, chemical technician

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Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

GENERAL EDUCATION -- 19 CREDITS
		Introductory Chemistry I	3
		English Composition	3
		Life Skills Elective	1
		Intermediate Algebra or Higher	3
		Introductory Biology	3
		or
		Physical Science	3
		Introduction to American Government and Politics	3
		or
		Public Administration	3
		Fundamentals of Public Speaking	3
		or
		Introduction to Interpersonal Communication	3
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 18-19 CREDITS
		First Responder	3
		Risk Management	3
		Incident Management Systems	3
		Computer Design and Planning	3
		Computer Fundamentals for Technology	3
		Hazardous Materials	4
CONCENTRATION -- 12 CREDITS
REGIONALLY DETERMINED --  (Limit = 12-13)
TOTAL CREDITS			60 - 66

"Ivy Tech has helped me become marketable in the workforce. I have enjoyed my stay with Ivy Tech. The faculty is one of the greatest strengths."
Robert Rodriguez
Graduate, '06

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Public Safety Concentrations

Environmental Health & Safety
Fire Science
Hazardous Materials
Public Administration