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Our Programs
Making a Difference
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1. Spring
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Dates: January-May 2025
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Location: Richmond High School in Richmond, CA
2. Summer Academy
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Dates: June 23-July 3, 2025
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Location: DVC College
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​​This is a hands-on course designed to help those interested in public safety careers gain knowledge, training, and experience.
We have active and retired police, agents, firefighters, paramedics, and attorneys from different agencies providing training to students. This allows students to learn different styles of public safety work to better serve our diverse communities.
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Students will learn soft skills needed to become a quality candidate for a public safety career (Police, Fire, Dispatch, Paramedic, Homeland Security)
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Get a mentor from a local public safety agency!​
Employment preparation:​
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Work-based learning
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On-the-job training
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Background check preparation
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Support services
Workshops:
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Life skills
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Anger Management
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Resume & Interview preparation
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Financial Literacy
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Security training (18+)
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Dispatcher training
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Mental Wellness by Dr. Freizer
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Certifications:
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CPR/First aid certifications
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Avert Active Shooter Training
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Security Guard Card (18+)
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Stop the bleed
High School Seniors who successfully graduate the summer academy will have an opportunity to earn a scholarship.
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New college student registration application
Application Instructions (dvc.edu)
Apply Now - Contra Costa College
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Current DVC/CCC/ LMC students
Register for summer course.
https://pg.4cd.edu/
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