Protective Services employees, such as law enforcement officers and security personnel, work every day to safeguard lives and property. The Homeland Security: Criminal Justice / Law Enforcement program is designed to give students a general knowledge needed to enter various law enforcement careers at the federal, state, and local levels.

Students will be introduced to emergency preparedness with an emphasis on public health and safety while exploring a range of careers in law enforcement.

Major Topics

Criminal Justice

Exploring the criminal process.
Determining the difference between juvenile and adult justice.
Understanding the role of law enforcement officials as a first responder.
Classification of different crimes.
Evidence collection, analysis, and forensic examination.
Public safety and emergency preparedness.

Summary of topics by classes:

Foundations of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (1 credit)
Homeland security and emergency preparedness guidelines, concepts, and action plans are key concepts in this course. Emphasis will be placed on unique aspects of public safety and public health. Various methodologies for intelligence gathering and dissemination will be examined. Students will identify various local, state, and federal assets and prepare an action plan that includes initial notification, emergency response (on and off scene), and recovery.

Administration of Justice I (1 credit)
This class will introduce students to multiple aspects of criminal justice and law enforcement. Students will explore the criminal process, various forces that impact law enforcement, and the rights of citizens. Students will understand the difference between juvenile and adult justice, and classifications of different crimes. The class will give students general knowledge needed for students to enter various law enforcement careers at the federal, state, and local levels.

Administration of Justice II (1 credit)
This class will expand upon students’ knowledge of criminal justice and law enforcement. Students will be introduced to evidence collection, analysis, and forensic examination. The role of law enforcement officials as a first responder will also be discussed, as well as the duties of police officers. Students will explore a range of careers in law enforcement.

Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Internship/Capstone (1 credit)
The capstone course is an extension and culmination for all the options in the Homeland Security Emergency Preparedness completer program. Student knowledge and skills are refined and challenged in an authentic environment, applying real-world applications. This relevant, enriching experience exposes the student to a broad array of workplace skills that are part of an individualized training plan. Students will complete a working portfolio, which will be presented for review and critique, documenting their academic and technical skill attainment.

Scheduling

College & Career Ready

EARN COLLEGE CREDITS

Homeland Security: Criminal Justice partners with these schools
Students can earn college credits in this program through our agreements with these colleges:

Carroll Community College – 3 credits*
University of Maryland, University College – 3 credits
University of Baltimore – 3 credits

*Transcripted Credits

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COLLEGE ADVANTAGE

Get a jump start on college
Use college level texts to earn college credit while having the training, skills, and experience that most high school graduates do not get until they are well into their college major. This program puts students in touch with state of the equipment and techniques before they go to college. Students in this program will feel right at home in any college lab.

CAREER ADVANTAGE

Start your career NOW
Work with industry grade technology that our local business partners use every day. This shows employers you are trained and have the skills the industry is looking for in a Homeland Security: Criminal Justice employee. These skills allow the best students to find an internship at a local business.

Affiliations

Carroll Community College, University of Maryland, and University of Baltimore-all have an agreement with CCCTC based on the college's requirements for curriculum, faculties, and instructor that is reviewed and renewed periodically to guarantee that students are getting the equivalent instruction at CCCTC that would be expected in class at that institution. Credits are awarded based on that agreement.

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COUNSEL By Federal and state regulations, each program has a group of local business and educational institutions that periodically meets to discuss the program's curriculum and resources to make sure current trends in technology and skills are being taught so that students are prepared for the ever-changing career requirements for that industry.

Instructor

Charles Gruss

Titles: Criminal Justice Teacher

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Instructor

Brett Fonseca

Titles: Criminal Justice Teacher

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Teacher Academy of Maryland

Honors/Advance College Level

(4 Credits)

1 credit Prerequisite, 2 credits at CCCTC, and 1 credit internship

Teaching Academy Internship

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Careers

ENTRY LEVEL
With CCCTC start a career right after high school

Tutor
Instructional Assistant

TECHNICAL LEVEL
CCCTC and a 2-year associates degree or trade school degree

Substitute

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
CCCTC and a four-year degree that you will be well-prepared to complete

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Abilities/Qualities

Be successful with college/transcripted level classwork
Memorize large amount of information
Have physical stamina
Use good communication skills
Organize presentations
Lead a groups of people
Work well in a team
Use organizational skills to manage multiple projects
Problem-solve to analyze situations or data
Be self-motivated and academically ready for college level curriculum
Complete research and compile in organized, professional report

Description

The Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM) program consists of four high school courses that focus on teaching as a profession, human growth and development through adolescence, learning theory, and curriculum and instruction. Throughout their coursework, TAM students observe, create, and teach lessons. They focus on creating a positive learning environment, using effective classroom management, and incorporating a variety of learning strategies to meet the needs of all students. In the final course of this sequence TAM interns apply what they have learned as they work with a mentor teacher in an upper elementary or middle school setting.

Students who successfully complete the four courses can earn college credit and scholarships for the teacher education programs at many Maryland colleges and universities.

Major Topics

Scheduling

PREREQUISITES- (Completed before you start the program)

Able to be successful in college level academics
94% attendance and 2.0 GPA

4 credits- 1 credit at home high school, 2 credits at CCCTC (Jr or Sr year), and 1 credit internship

Internship Eligibility:

Minimum GPA of 2.5
94% attendance rate
Provide their own transportation
75 hour service learning hours completed
All prerequisites must be successfully completed prior to enrollment
Students must apply for the internship

FROM THE PROGRAM OF STUDIES- To see the most recent information go to the current Carroll County Program of Studies

College & Career Ready

EARN COLLEGE CREDITS

Teacher Academy of Maryland partners with these schools
Students can earn college credits in this program through our agreements with these colleges:

Carroll Community College – 3 credits*
University of Maryland, University College – 3 credits
University of Baltimore – 3 credits
Other Colleges with agreements: Bowie State, Community College of Baltimore County, Coppin State, Frederick Community College, Frostburg, Hood College, Morgan State, Salisbury, St. Mary’s, Stevenson, Towson

*Transcripted Credits

Articulation Agreements

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COLLEGE ADVANTAGE

CAREER ADVANTAGE

Start your career NOW
Work with industry grade technology that our local business partners use every day. This shows employers you are trained and have the skills the industry is looking for in a Teaching career. These skills allow the best students to find an internship.

Affiliations

Instructor

Debra Eckles

Titles: Teacher Academy Instructor

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Instructor

Renee Mohr

Titles: Career Connections Teacher

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Child Dev & Early Education (MVH, WHS)

This is a regional program offered at WHS and MVH to all CCPS students.

Explore Teaching

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Teaching

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Careers

ENTRY LEVEL
With CCCTC start a career right after high school

Private Security
Communications Officer

TECHNICAL LEVEL
CCCTC and a 2-year associates degree or trade school degree

Police Officer/Law Enforcement
Corrections Officer

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
CCCTC and a four-year degree that you will be well-prepared to complete

Probation Officer/Social Worker
FBI, CIA, or NSA
Crime Scene Analyst/Criminologist
Lawyer

Video Resources

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Abilities/Qualities

Be successful with college/transcripted level classwork
Memorize large amount of information
Have physical stamina
Use good communication skills
Organize presentations
Lead a groups of people
Work well in a team
Use organizational skills to manage multiple projects
Problem-solve to analyze situations or data
Be self-motivated and academically ready for college level curriculum
Complete research and compile in organized, professional report

Description

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT Course: 401818 (Honors) 1 credit This honors level course focuses on human development from birth through adolescence. Emphasis is placed on theories of physical, cognitive and psychosocial development, the effect of heredity and the environment, the role of caregivers and the family, health and safety concerns, and contemporary issues. Students explore special challenges to growth and development. Students will have opportunities for guided observation of children from birth through adolescence in a variety of settings to help students further understand theories of human development. Students will work on the process of developing components of a working professional portfolio. Prerequisites and other notes: This course is the first in a series of courses in two articulated completer programs, Education – TAM and Child Development & Early Education. It is a prerequisite to any other courses in these programs and additional child development courses. It is open to students in grades 10-12. Return to Table of Contents CAREER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT – Four Credit Completer CHILD DEVELOPMENT & EARLY EDUCATION – Four Credit Completer 76

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR PRESCHOOLERS Course: 401317 (Articulated) 1 credit This course focuses on learning environments for preschool care, as well as establishing positive, responsive, and cooperative relationships with families. Students will explore the relationship of health, nutrition, and safety to learning. Students will continue to explore physical and cognitive development and competencies for preschool care. In addition, students will explore the local social service, health and education resources of the community and be able to recommend home activities to support preschool development. Prerequisites and other notes: Open to students in grades 10-12 who have completed Honors Child and Adolescent Development. This course is part of the Child Development and Early Education Program.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA) PORTFOLIO AND INTERNSHIP Course: 401417 (Articulated) 1 credit This course provides opportunities for students to complete the CDA Preschool professional portfolio and prepare for the CDA certification exam and site visit. During this course, students will have an opportunity to become directly involved with preschoolers in the teaching-learning process. Students will be required to obtain experiential learning hours in a licensed program. Students will translate classroom observations into effective teaching and management practices.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA) INTERNSHIP

Major Topics

Scheduling

PREREQUISITES- (Completed before you start the program)

Able to be successful in college level academics
94% attendance and 2.0 GPA

4 credits- 1 credit at home high school, 2 credits-Regional Program, and 1 credit internship

Internship Eligibility:

Minimum GPA of 2.5
94% attendance rate
Provide their own transportation
75 hour service learning hours completed
All prerequisites must be successfully completed prior to enrollment
Students must apply for the internship

FROM THE PROGRAM OF STUDIES- To see the most recent information go to the current Carroll County Program of Studies

College & Career Ready

EARN COLLEGE CREDITS

Carroll Community College Frederick Community College Pennsylvania College of Technology Stevenson University

Articulation Agreements

Contact the college you plan to attend and find out if you can earn credits or advanced standing at their institution!

COLLEGE ADVANTAGE

CAREER ADVANTAGE

Start your career NOW

Praxis: Core or Praxis: ParaPro 99-hour childcare certificate Partner with local childcare centers and elementary schools to provide qualified students with internships in their senior year

Work with industry grade technology that our local business partners use every day. This shows employers you are trained and have the skills the industry is looking for in a Teaching career. These skills allow the best students to find an internship.

Affiliations

Carroll Community College, University of Maryland, and University of Baltimore-

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Instructor

Debra Eckles

Titles: Teacher Academy Instructor

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Instructor

Renee Mohr

Titles: Career Connections Teacher

Email:

Phone Numbers:
Work: 410-751-3669

Academy of Finance (CHS & WHS)

Regional Program at WHS and CHS

Academy of Finance (NAF)

The National Academy Foundation (NAF) Finance Academy provides students with a broad understanding of financial and economic concepts and provides internship opportunities. Students complete a series of courses including: Principles of Finance, Accounting, Economics, Securities, Managerial Accounting, Financial Services, Ethics in Business, and Applied Finance. Students may also complete an internship to advance their understanding of careers in business and finance.