Public Safety Dispatcher - Major #8970

Certificate Program Map

The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Designed for the student needing to complete the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatcher 120-hour course required under POST Regulation 1018(d)(1).


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Identify basic functions of a Public Safety Dispatcher.
  2. 2. Recognize the required state and federal reporting laws as they pertain to a Public Safety Dispatcher.
Effective Term: 2022 Spring Semester

Certificate Requirement

7 units

AJ 278
Public Safety Dispatcher

7 units
Effective Term: 2022 Spring Semester
Knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the tasks and duties required by a police dispatcher to provide quality service to the public as defined in the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) procedure D-1-7.
Course Details:
          Total: 7 units