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Short-Term Certificate in Fire with EMT

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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology

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Short-Term Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician

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Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technical Rescue

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Emergency Medical Technician Basic
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Public Services and Safety Certificate No ... Knox Technical Center admission checklist: 150-hour course is accredited through the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical ...

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Peace Officer Basic Training- Learning Outcomes
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Statement of Purpose The purpose of the peace officer basic training program at Central Ohio Technical College is to prepare qualified individuals for entry-level positions as peace​ officers through knowledge-based learning, demonstrated skills proficien ...

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Statement of Purpose

The program addresses the functions and organization of the criminal justice system, integrating critical thinking, decision-making skills and the understanding of different cultures, ethics and social problems into the curriculum. The program provides st ...

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Criminal Justice Technology

In the criminal justice technology program at COTC, students learn to become excellent communicators; explore a multi-faceted system that includes the courts, policing, probation, corrections and homeland security; and apply hands-on technical training in ...

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Law Enforcement Technology

The law enforcement technology associate degree program at COTC is designed to provide students with up-to-date, industry-specific training that will enhance their professional opportunities and give successful students the ability to explore a diverse an ...

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Law Enforcement Technology- Learning Outcomes

​​​Statement of Purpose The purpose of the Law Enforcement Technology program at Central Ohio Technical College is to prepare qualified individuals for entry-level positions as a law enforcement officer through knowledge-based learning, demonstrated skill ...

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How quickly can I complete the criminal justice technology program? The amount of time it takes a student to complete the criminal justice technology associate degree depends upon how many courses are taken per semester.  Students who attend full time (an ...

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Are there any age requirements to take classes in Law Enforcement Technology (LET)? Students must be 18 to enroll in Peace Officer Basic Training. If I am already a peace officer does that qualify me for college credit? Students who are currently Ohio Cer ...

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Peace Officer Basic Training
Peace Officer Basic Training

COTC's peace officer basic training academy exceeds the requirements of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission and positions students to excel on the state certification exam to become a peace officer in Ohio. Graduates also earn credits toward a ...

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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions

If I want to enroll in the peace officer basic training academy, do I need to register for and attend an information meeting?  Students interested in Peace Officer Basic Training must first sign up and pass the entry physical conditioning test. After succ ...

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Program Information Meetings

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Active Shooter Event
Active Shooter Event

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Fire with EMT
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checklist Public Services and Safety Certificate No ... Knox Technical Center EMT checklist: 150-hour course is accredited through the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

a concentration in Business is intended to transfer to any public, four-year college or university in Ohio.  What ... Getting Started in Business for Undecided Students: schools at Ohio’ s public universities. Complete the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway for Business to ...

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Visit the Bookstore

The bookstore is open to students and the public. For hours and additional information, visit the ...

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Anti-Hazing

student conduct website. From 2017 through this publication date, there have been no complaints or reports ... 6.1.04 Anti-Hazing Policy: others, they must contact the Office of Public Safety at or dial 911.. D. Any questions concerning the ...

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Business Management Technology
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public four-year institutions in Ohio. For help determining which degree is right for you, read. What ... Getting Started in Business for Undecided Students: schools at Ohio’ s public universities. Complete the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway for Business to ...

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Early Childhood Education Technology
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the semester (available through the Department of Public Safety) Background checks must be received by ... Early Childhood Education Application Packet: Campus Public Safety). Background checks must be received by the 5 th day of the semester. Certification ...

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How quickly can I complete the early childhood education technology associate degree? The time it takes a student to complete the early childhood education associate degree depends on:  How many classes a student takes at a time and what classes they take ... Early Childhood Education Application Packet: Campus Public Safety). Background checks must be received by the 5 th day of the semester. Certification ...

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Associate of Science

a bachelor’s degree at relatively low cost and to transfer seamlessly to any public college or university in ...

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Spring 2023 Commencement
Spring 2023 Commencement

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Associate of Arts

a bachelor’s degree at a relatively low cost and to transfer seamlessly to any public college or university in ...

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Impact Report

The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of ...

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Impact Report

The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of ...

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Impact Report
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The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of ...

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