Emergency Services
Creekview High School
Public Service Endorsement
This four year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.
| subject | 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language Arts | English | English | English | English |
| Math | Math | Math | Math | Math |
| Science | Science | Science | Science | Science |
| Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies | Social Studies |
| CTE Courses | Disaster Response (1 credit) |
Firefighter I (2 credits) OR Counseling & Mental Health 8211 (1 credit) |
Firefighter II |
Project Based Research 8227 (1 credit) |
| Additional Elective | ||||
| Additional Elective | ||||
| Additional Elective |
Additional Graduation Requirements:
- Foreign Language (2 credits)
- Physical Education (1 credit)
- Fine Arts (1 credit)
- Health (1/2 credit)
Possible Industry Based Certifications:
- Non-Commissioned Security Officer Levels II
- Emergency Telecommunicator
| occupations | median wage | annual openings | % growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $60,112 | 5,241 | 13% |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Officers | $44,054 | 793 | 9% |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $40,186 | 4,683 | 9% |
| Immigration and Customs Inspections | $78,104 | 1,236 | 9% |
| First-Line Supervisor or Police Detectives | $91,312 | 253 | 25% |
The Law Enforcement program of study teaches CTE learners about the development of, adherence to, and protection of various branches of law. Students will learn how to appropriately and legally respond to breaches in the law according to statutory rules and regulations as well as investigate how and why the breaches occurred.
Recommended Course Sequence
Disaster Response
Disaster Response includes basic training of students in disaster survival and rescue skills that would improve the ability of citizens to survive until responders or other assistance could arrive. Students will receive education, training, and volunteer service to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues and disasters of all kinds.
Firefighter I
Firefighter I introduces students to firefighter safety and development. Students will analyze Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protective equipment, and the principles of fire safety.
OR
Counseling and Mental Health
In this course, students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations on their actions and responsibilities, and the implications of their actions. Students understand how professional integrity in counseling and mental health care is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities.
Firefighter II
Firefighter II is the second course in a series for students studying firefighter safety and development. Students will understand Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protective equipment, and the principles of fire safety. Students will demonstrate proper use of fire extinguishers, ground ladders, fire hoses, and water supply apparatus systems.
OR
Anatomy & Physiology
In Anatomy and Physiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.
Project Based Research
Project-Based Research is a course for students to research a real-world problem. Students are matched with a mentor from the business or professional community to develop an original project on a topic related to career interests. Students use scientific methods of investigation to conduct in-depth research, compile findings, and present their findings to an audience that includes experts in the field. To attain academic success, students must have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.