Introduction to Public Safety Telecommunicator
Course Information
This foundational course introduces students to the structure and function of emergency services in Canada, including the hierarchy of command within police, fire, and emergency medical services. Students will explore the roles and responsibilities of sworn and civilian personnel and examine how public safety agencies collaborate to respond to emergencies. Emphasis is placed on understanding emerging technologies such as Next Generation (NG) 911 systems and mobile data communications, as well as the tools and systems that support effective coordination and response. The course prepares students to navigate the evolving landscape of public safety with a systems-based, technology-informed perspective.
Intake F26 SEM
Start Date Sep 08 / 2026
End Date Dec 15 / 2026
Prerequisite(s):
None
Computer Software Requirements:
N/A
Chats:
Yes, with facilitator at agreed upon time.
Group Work:
n/a
Registering college code:
LA-PSC.1013
Host college code:
LA-PSC1013
How to register
You can register in-person or on-line. When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENG-1113–not LA-ENG-1113).