Public Safety

What you'll learn

Enter the modern private security field and learn how to protect people and property with this Public Safety microcredential. This microcredential is designed to provide you with the skills and certifications needed to obtain employment in entry-level public safety positions. Upon completion, you will understand and apply basic concepts of public and private security administration as well as gain the ability to assess threats to persons and property, including first aid emergencies. Students enrolled in the program will be eligible to take the New York State Security Guard License Examination and the American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Examinations to complete official certification requirements. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study in criminal justice and to immediately apply for security positions.

A face to face microcredential from Dutchess Community College (45 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Dutchess Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

What you can earn

Pathway to Credit

This Dutchess Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.

Skills covered