Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Courses
- Albuquerque Police Department (APD) Police Service Aide Program
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic
- Fire Science
Albuquerque Police Department (APD) Police Service Aide Program
Albuquerque Police Department (APD) Police Service Aide Program
Grade: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th (11th & 12th have first priority)
Prerequisites: none
Additional requirements: Must be on track to graduate
Fees: none
Dual Credit: Yes - CNM
In partnership with the Albuquerque Police Department, this course allows students to undergo Police Service Aide training while still in high school. Once accepted, students will be expected to participate fully in all aspects of training, both physical and academic. Good attendance is mandatory. This program is targeted to individuals seriously interested in learning about what it takes to be a law enforcement officer. The program will provide each student with the classroom knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a PSA. Areas of study include: the criminal justice system, general law, patrol and traffic investigations. Additionally, students will participate in a physical fitness/tactical training program, and will have the opportunity to experience at least one actual ride-along with an APD officer on patrol. Students will receive hands-on experience in traffic control, report writing, and role playing activities similar to those used to train cadets in the Albuquerque Police Academy.
The two-semester class will be taught by APD personnel who are Police Academy certified instructors. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be recommended for the PSA selection process.
PSA responsibilities consist of enforcing parking laws, investigating misdemeanor offenses, and assisting officers on patrol with traffic accidents. PSAs patrol their assigned area commands in marked city vehicles equipped with emergency equipment and police radios.
Additional Course Information: This is a unique and one-of-a-kind program for students interested in a career in law enforcement. Students will get a certificate of completion from the APD Academy, and once presented to CNM they will receive 7 hours of credit with initial enrollment (6 hrs Criminal Justice & 1 PE credit).
Instructor: John D. Maes • jmaes@cabq.gov • Office ph: (505) 343-5006
| Days | Course Length | Credit Information |
|---|---|---|
| Session IIIB Tues & Thurs - 3:10-5:10 pm |
Full year | 1.0 credit per semester |
Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: Government & Public Administration
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 3.0 cumulative GPA recommended. Two years of a laboratory science with a grade of C or better. All applicants MUST PARTICIPATE IN UNM-EMS PLACEMENT TESTING.
Additional requirements:
- Student must be 17 years of age by the first day of class in August 2024.
- Students will take FISDAR EMT Entrance Assessment after receiving acceptance letter from CEC. Dates TBD.
- Students are required complete initial course paperwork within one week of the start of the class; this may require parent/guardian signature.
- Students are required to attend class sessions, and cannot miss more than 12 hours of class each semester.
Fees: See below
Dual Credit: Yes - UNM
The EMT Basic course consists of approximately 200 hours of didactic instruction including both lecture and psychomotor lab instruction on a range of basic lifesaving skills. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Registry EMT certification examination and obtain NM EMT-Basic certification along with BLS CPR for the Healthcare Provider. The successful student will also be eligible to obtain employment as an EMT-Basic upon obtaining their license. This course is offered as UNM Dual Credit and can be used as a part of UNM's Paramedic Program.
Additional Course Information: Upon successful completion of this course and prior to employment you must pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification exam. The individual will then apply for a New Mexico Emergency Medical Technician-Basic license. This class may fulfill the graduation requirement for a Dual Credit class if UNM continues supporting this program, but it is NOT guaranteed and students must meet requirements to be eligible to apply for UNM credit by the 2nd semester of the class.
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians website
- New Mexico Emergency Medical Systems Bureau website
| Session / Days / Times | Course Length | Credit Information |
|---|---|---|
| Session IA M, Tu & Th: Monday • 8:40-10:00 am Tues & Thurs • 8:40-11:00 am |
Full Year | Semester 1: 1.0 elective credit Semester 2: 10 UNM college credits (3.33 APS elective credits) |
| Session II Tues thru Fri - 1:40-3:10 pm |
Full Year | Semester 1: 1.0 elective credit Semester 2: 10 UNM college credits (3.33 APS elective credits) |
Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
CEC EMT Fee Schedule
| Required Class Fee: |
|---|
| Fee for the UNM - EMS Academy EMT Coursework: This is a department administration fee not a UNM admissions fee. This fee includes but is not limited in covering curriculum and administrative support such as clinical books, personnel, needle-stick insurance, course curriculum and materials. Due by end of first six-week grading period. TOTAL=$184.00 *Students may be enrolled in UNM and will receive 10 college credits: EMS 113 (8 Credits–Lecture) and EMS 142 (2 Credits–Lab) applicable towards a Bachelor Degree at UNM. New Mexico licensure is required for degree admissions. |
| Additional Fees: |
|---|
| NREMT* – National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians – EMT: certification exam (optional) $98.00 |
| NM EMT* – New Mexico Emergency Medical Technician – Basic: initial Licensure fees (optional) $65.00 |
| Class uniform - T-shirt with UNM EMS logo - approx. $12.00 (short sleeves) |
| Please contact CEC Administration if there are concerns or financial difficulties with paying the fees. A payment plan can be set up or assistance can be given. |
*NREMT and NM EMT fees are listed but are not required unless student is planning on getting certified. These fees are incurred after students finish the program. Student must make arrangements with the testing centers: the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and the NM Emergency Medical Systems Bureau.
Fire Science
Fire Science
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisites: Reading & Writing Skills 2 + Math Skills 2 (Proficiency requirements can be met through Accuplacer scores - see CNM website for details)
Additional requirements: none
Fees: None
Dual Credit: Yes - CNM
Fire Science is a year-long course consisting of two CNM classes;
Principles of Emergency Services (FS 1010): This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives. This course meets the requirements set forth by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Initiative.
Wildland Firefighting (FS 1504): Students will gain knowledge in wildland fire standards, techniques and suppression methods associated with various fuel types, weather and topography, as well as fire line references and the techniques associated with wildland structural defense. Students will gain a working knowledge of fire behavior and fire control techniques needed to carry out wildland fire tasks. Successful students receive S-130, S-190, I-100, and L-180 certificates recognized by the National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG).
Additional Course Information: CEC’s Fire Science program offers students two foundational courses which upon successful completion of courses and assessments, lead to fire science national certifications. Principles of Emergency Services serves as a prerequisite to completing Firefighting I/II, the basic certification for structural firefighting. The Wildland Firefighting certifications serve as a prerequisite for students to earn their Red Card, on their path to becoming a Hot Shot. If students are interested in a career as a firefighter in New Mexico, taking these two courses may provide students preference in being accepted into Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR), an all-hazards fire agency.
| Days | Course Length | Credit Information |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | Full year | 1.0 APS elective credits + 3.0 College Credits per semester (Fall - CNM Dual Credit FS 1010 - Principles of Emergency Services) (Spring - CNM Dual Credit FS 1504 - Wildland Firefighting) |
Course/Career Cluster or Academic Course of Study: Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Dual Enrollment Credit Is Not Guaranteed!Students MUST meet the pre-requisites for any specific course AND complete the registration process through the dual credit institution (CNM, UNM, IAIA).
All dual credit students must be registered in classes prior to the start of the term in which the classes are scheduled.
CEC instructors and the CEC counselor will assist students in enrolling in the course in the first few days of class at CEC, but it is the student's responsibility to be sure that they are registered for the dual credit course.
It is also the student's responsibility to adhere to any deadlines for dropping or adding a class through the dual credit institution.
For more information about enrolling in dual credit classes, please see the CEC Dual Credit page.
Revised Jan. 11, 2024