911 & Emergency Services Communications
Introduction
911 & Emergency Services Communications is a program taught at Iowa Lakes Community College, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 Semesters (8 Months)) options.
The 911 & Emergency Services Communications (ESC) program is an eight-month Ontario College Certificate that provides principles and skills to manage public and emergency services and to perform under stressful conditions. Training includes professional knowledge and practical scenarios related to the role of 911 and emergency communicators, including how to record and analyze data received from calls to direct incident response.
Students learn through blended and online strategies across the curriculum. The program is offered online, with remote learning and some synchronous scheduled online classes with professors. Completion depends on required hours and professional exams, followed by the opportunity to qualify for the Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate offered by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO).
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in 911 & Emergency Services Communications at Iowa Lakes Community College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Iowa Lakes Community College.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Iowa Lakes Community College as pre-requiste for admission in 911 & Emergency Services Communications.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/programs/fulltime/ESC.html
More Information
- Emergency communications operator or dispatcher
- Police, fire, emergency medical services
- Private police, security, alarm response, or other public safety agencies
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.