Emergency Dispatch Certificate

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(THIS PROGRAM IS IN TEACH-OUT AND NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS).

CIP 430103 (EMRD)

In an emergency, the first people to answer a 911 call for help are Emergency Dispatchers. Seconds after receiving an emergency call, these well-trained, highly professional individuals react to send the appropriate type and number of emergency services units in response to calls for assistance. They also monitor the activity of emergency services personnel at the scene. Emergency Dispatchers work in a variety of settings, ranging from police and fire stations to hospitals or centralized communication centers.

Communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are important personal qualities for dispatchers. At the end of this program, students will be prepared to take the national certification test.

Students may complete this 17 credit program in one semester or attend part-time. A majority of the coursework may be completed online. Students will spend time in the classroom practicing their skills in the state-of-the-art emergency dispatch simulation lab. For more information, please contact the Criminal Justice Department at 303.797.5980.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Arapahoe Community College

Program Requirements

Major Courses (17 credit hours)

CRJ 1010 - Intro to Criminal Justice GT: SS3 3 Credits
CRJ 1025 - Policing Systems 3 Credits
CRJ 2057 - Victimology 3 Credits
PSY 1016 - Stress Management 3 Credits

Total: 17 credit hours

Graduation Requirements

Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.