Workforce/Public Safety
Tallahassee Community College’s Center for Workforce Development reaches out to the Big Bend community by offering customized courses and services to enhance employees’ careers, programs to improve business effectiveness and support for returning adult learners. Targeted workforce training is offered in fields including information technology, allied health, manufacturing and business, as well as construction and trades. To refine professional skills needed for in-demand jobs at local businesses, the Center for Workforce Development offers training in areas such as leadership, teamwork and supervision. The Center adapts to the evolving needs of the community, customizes offerings based on solid research and produces programs that impact North Florida’s economy.
The Florida Public Safety Institute (FPSI) offers training programs in firefighting, corrections, probation, dispatching, private security and law enforcement intelligence. FPSI is the home of The Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy (PTLEA). The mission remains the same yet the scope of services is greatly broadened. Students are trained to serve and protect in a variety of public safety careers. Located 14 miles from Tallahassee on 1,500 rolling and heavily wooded acres, the Institute offers a unique, world-class learning environment that provides realistic context to the training conducted by subject matter experts from all areas of criminal justice. For more information, call (850) 201-7000.
Tallahassee Community College’s Correctional Officer and Correctional Probation Officer Certification Program prepares you for employment in your field and ensures that the public is served by officers who are ethical, qualified and well trained.
Sworn to serve and protect…
What do all frontline police officers, deputy sheriffs and state law enforcement officers in Florida have in common? All have completed a Basic Recruit Program as required by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. This certification ensures that the public is served by officers who are ethical, qualified and well-trained.
Through our Law Enforcement Certification Program, you can meet the minimum standards for employment as a frontline officer in a police department, sheriff’s office or state law enforcement agency. TCC’s Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy offers certification to those who are committed to enforcing the laws through daily interaction with the public.
Firefighters are the community’s first line of defense against loss of life and property. In addition to fighting fires, they are often the first responders in a medical emergency. Firefighters take decisive action under difficult circumstances, perform strenuous physical tasks and have a strong commitment to public service. Firefighting is one of the most challenging—and most respected— professions. Learn how to build a career in firefighting through TCC’s Tallahassee Fire Academy.
