Public Safety
Protect the Public Like a Pro
Some people run from danger; others line up to help. We don't have to guess which category you fall into. Sharpen your threat assessment skills and be prepared to act in a range of emergencies with DCC's public safety microcredential.
What You'll Study in Our Public Safety Microcredential Program
The microcredential equips you with the skills and certifications necessary to land your first public safety job. You will emerge with a heightened understanding of the modern security industry, as well as a sharpened ability to assess public threats.
Our Public Safety Microcredential stacks into DCC's associate degree program in Criminal Justice-Public and Private Security.
Note: Students taking this microcredential may be eligible for NYS Part Time Tuition Assistance for Non-Degree Credentials. For more information email financialservices@sunydutchess.edu.
Sample Courses
CRJ 101: Intro to Security Administration
An introduction to modern private security, risk assessment methods, loss prevention
tactics, and more.
HED 134: First Aid, Safety, and CPR
Learn and apply the crucial skills to recognize and respond to emergencies, including
CPR and AEDs.
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Contact Us
Office of Admissions
101 Orcutt Student Services Center
Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Phone: (845) 431-8010
Email: admissions@sunydutchess.edu
53 Pendell Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601