Specialized Criminal Justice And Fire Safety Training

Detailed profiles of schools for Specialized Criminal Justice And Fire Safety from the EdRef college search portal.

Specialized Criminal Justice and Fire Safety programs provide training in specific areas relating to criminal justice and fire safety topics. A national trend to ensure all law enforcement officers have at least a 2-year degree has resulted in the growth of specialized associate degrees in criminal justice. Students can earn a master of science in criminal justice that furthers their skills, theoretical knowledge, and communication skills. A master of science in probation, parole, and corrections gives professionals in the field the tools they need to confront client and organizational problems. A master of science in criminology focuses on the theoretical, rather than the applied, aspects of criminal justice.

Specialized programs in fire safety cover a wide range of specific topics related to fire fighting, fire brigades, hazardous materials response, and industry. Students take courses in fire extinguishment. They learn about equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatuses. They learn the fundamentals of building construction and firefighting intervention equipment. They learn ventilation techniques, including low rise building intervention. They also learn emergency care, hazardous materials containment, and how to deal effectively with car fires.