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The Public Safety Division is dedicated to providing quality programs that effectively address the diverse and comprehensive needs of the Law Enforcement, Fire Service, and Emergency Medical Services professions. The division provides educational opportunities of the highest quality that will produce graduates ready to meet the demands of the communities and citizens they serve. In-service programs provide courses to meet professional certification or licensure renewal requirements for public safety professionals.
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Associate of Science in Criminal Justice
Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety – Law Enforcement
Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety –Fire Protection
Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety – Paramedic Technology
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Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic
*Awarded upon graduation from the Regional Law Enforcement Academy
Note: Credits earned for classes completed in the Basic Law Enforcement Officer Education may be applied to the AAS degrees.
East Tennessee Regional Law Enforcement Academy
The East Tennessee Regional Law Enforcement Academy, in compliance with the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission, trains qualified personnel in basic law enforcement procedures and the law of the State of Tennessee through the following programs:
- Basic Law Enforcement Officer Education – provides entry-level training for prospective and newly hired officers throughout our region.
- Specialized Law Enforcement Training Program - provides training for certified law enforcement officers in specialized and advanced subjects critical to modern law enforcement.
- Defensive and Tactical Driver Training Program - offers instruction in the operation of all types of vehicles for government, corporate and civilian drivers.
While attending the Basic Law Enforcement Officer Education the attendees can earn college credit towards an Associate of Applied Science degrees in public safety.
