Riverland Community College

Launch Your Career in Emergency Dispatch with Riverland Community College's Certificate Program

Riverland Community College offers a specialized certificate program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as an emergency dispatcher. This program provides comprehensive training in the essential skills and technologies needed in public safety dispatch, ensuring you are ready to handle the challenges of the role effectively.

Program Highlights

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Learn through courses that cover a range of crucial topics:

  • Human Behavior/Stress Management/Ethics for Criminal Justice
  • Introduction to Public Safety Dispatching
  • Public Safety Dispatching

• Real-World Simulations: Experience the realities of the job through simulations that expose you to the stressors of the role, teaching you effective de-escalation techniques and familiarizing you with the technology used in the field.

• Certification Preparedness: This certificate prepares you to take the public safety dispatcher certification, setting you on a clear path to becoming a qualified professional.

Career Opportunities Upon completion of the program, you will be qualified for various roles in emergency dispatch, including:

• Communications Operator
• Public Safety Dispatcher
• School Bus Dispatcher
• 911 Dispatcher
• Aircraft Dispatcher
• Communications Officer
• Emergency Communications Dispatcher
• Police Dispatcher

Scholarships and Funding To support your educational journey, Riverland offers a range of scholarships specifically tailored for students pursuing career-focused programs like this one. For more information on how to apply and details about deadlines, please visit Riverland Foundation Scholarships.

Next Steps Are you ready to take the first step towards a career that makes a real difference in your community? If you want to learn more about the Emergency Dispatch Certificate program at Riverland Community College or if you're ready to request program-specific materials, please complete the request information form.

Riverland Community College provides the training, support, and resources you need to embark on a fulfilling career in emergency dispatch. Join us and become a vital part of your community's safety and well-being.

Last Updated: May 7, 2024