Overview
Piedmont Community College’s new Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Public Safety Administration (PSA) is designed to provide students, as well as practitioners, with knowledge and skills in the technical, managerial, and administrative areas necessary for entrance or advancement within various public service sectors.
A PSA student will select one of the four (4) curriculum tracks within the program that most closely relates to their current or intended area of employment:
- Correction Services
- Emergency & Fire Management Services
- Law Enforcement Services
- Security and Loss Prevention
Do you have training in law enforcement, fire, corrections, EMS? Earn credit for that training and continue your education to increase your ability to earn a leadership role in your field!
Programs Offered
Employment opportunities exist with fire or police departments, emergency management organizations, federal, state and local governmental agencies, industrial firms, correctional facilities, private industries, insurance organizations, educational organizations, security and protective organizations, and through self-employment opportunities.