Public Safety & Security

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Career Pathways

  • Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
  • Fire Fighters
  • Correction Officers and Jailers
  • Parking Enforcement Workers
  • Police and Sheriffs Patrol Officers
  • Private Detectives and Investigators
  • Security Guards
  • Transportation Security Officers
  • Loss Prevention Specialists
  • Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers
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PSS - Public Safety & Security

Experience the excitement and fulfillment of saving lives while protecting your community through careers in emergency services, law enforcement, and public safety. Operate the latest technology, including a 9-1-1 emergency dispatch system, and gather critical evidence during crime scene investigations. Master high-risk traffic stops, emergency medical treatment, and firefighting rescue techniques to be fully prepared for real-world scenarios. Gain hands-on experience in law enforcement operations, learning the technical skills required for entry-level positions in law enforcement. Demonstrate proficiency in key duties such as patrolling, handcuffing, performing traffic stops, and search procedures to set yourself up for a rewarding, in-demand career in public safety.

 

PSS - Public Safety & Security Syllabus


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Mr. Mark Dietrich

Instructor – Mr. Mark Dietrich

Biography
I was born and raised in Fleetwood, PA. After graduating from Fleetwood High School, I joined the United States Army as a military policeman. I also served as a military police investigator and game warden in Alaska. I later attended the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. I retired as a police sergeant with the Berks-Lehigh Regional Police Dept. During my law enforcement career, I worked as a D.A.R.E. officer, which exposed me to students and led to my becoming a teacher.

Education
Graduate of Fleetwood Area High School
Graduate of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy
Homeland Security Vocational Education I Certification, Temple University
Homeland Security Vocational Education II Certification, Temple University

Certifications and Awards
Pennsylvania Municipal Police Act 120 certification
Practical and Tactical Handcuffing instructor certification
Oleoresin Capsicum Aerosol instructor certification
Monadnock Baton instructor certification
Self-Defense Tactics and Control instructor certification
Terrorism Awareness instructor certification
Criminal Justice Vocational Education I Certification, Temple University
Criminal Justice Vocational Education II Certification, Temple University
APCO Public Safety Tele-communicator I Certification
APCO Public Safety Tele-communicator I Instructor Certification
Certified Police Forensic Artist

Work Experience
Retired sergeant with Berks-Lehigh Regional Police Department
Law enforcement instructor, Lehigh Career and Technical Institute
Substitute protective services instructor, Berks Career & Technology Center
Police forensic artist
Former volunteer firefighter and ambulance technician, Fleetwood Volunteer Fire Co.

Hire Date: 2007

Community Service
Health Occupations Students of America Chapter Advisor (HOSA Heroes)
Head Baseball Coach, American Legion Post 625

Certifications Students Can Earn in This Program

NOCTI – National Occupational Competency Testing Institute Certification

* Protective Services

BLS Healthcare Provider

Emergency Medical Technician

First Responder

Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness

Heartsaver AED

Heartsaver

MDTS – Monadnock Defensive Tactics System

NIMS IS 100 Series

NIMS IS 200 Series

NIMS IS 700 Series

NIMS IS 800 Series

PATH – Practical and Tactical Handcuffing

PPBT MEB – Monadnock Expandable Baton

Telecommunicator 1