CAREER AND COLLEGE PREP
Law, Public Safety & Security
Set the Bar High
Do you dream of making the world a safer, more just place? If so, a career in law, public safety, and security could be what you're looking for. Dive into courses designed with input from criminal justice and community experts!
Which pathway is offered?
Law Enforcement Services—Students in this pathway learn what it takes to protect the lives and property of community members, including controlling traffic; preventing and investigating crimes; enforcing laws and ordinances; and apprehending, arresting, and processing suspected criminals.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of the jobs include:
Police, fire, and ambulance dispatcher
Police and patrol officer
Animal control officer
Customs and border protection officer
Marine enforcement officer
Fingerprint identification technician
Railroad police
Customs inspectors
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my future look like with this career?**
**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Medical Forensics
- Criminal Justice
- ACT National Career Readiness Certification (NCRC)
