Endorsement: Public Services
See course descriptions and additional information on the high school course descriptions page.
Law and Public Service
The Law and Public Service Career Cluster® focuses on planning, managing, and providing legal services, public safety, protective services, and homeland security, including professional and technical support services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies
of fire and emergency services.
Programs of study
Emergency Services: Firefighter
Emergency Services: Firefighter Program of Study
The Emergency Services program of study focuses on training students to respond to emergency situations, namely medical emergencies and fire-based emergencies. Students may learn how to prevent emergencies, respond appropriately and in accordance with rules and regulations during crises, and investigate and delineate the source of the emergency.
Course pathway
Note: This pathway is only available at the GRCTC.
| Level | GRCTC pathway |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8L600 CCM LCHS 8L100 |
| 2 | 8L240 8L905 DC (GRCTC) |
| 3 | 8L925 DC (GRCTC) 8H310/8H311(H) |
| 4 | 8L915 DC (GRCTC) 8H975 DC (GRCTC) |
Potential careers
| Occupations | Median wage | Annual openings | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighters | $50,149 | 2,309 | 13% |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | $54,787 | 161 | 14% |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $34,091 | 1,880 | 31% |
Postsecondary options
Below is a list of potential career certifications for a student interested in this pathway.
| Education level | Options |
|---|---|
| HS/Industry Certification |
|
| Certificate/License* |
|
| Associate's Degree |
|
| Bachelor's Degree |
|
*Additional industry-based certification information is available from the TEA CTE website.
**Offered at the GRCTC
For more information on post-secondary options, visit the TXCTE website.
Expanded learning opportunities
One of the best ways to acquire experience in your chosen career is by engaging in exploration activities, work-based learning, or by joining a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
Exploration activities
- Attend local emergency awareness events
- Join the Texas Public Service Association
Work-based learning activities
- Volunteer at a hospital or a fire station
Emergency Services: Emergency Medical Technician-B
Emergency Services: Emergency Medical Technician-B Program of Study
The Emergency Services program of study focuses on training students to respond to emergency situations, namely medical emergencies and fire-based emergencies. Students may learn how to prevent emergencies, respond appropriately and in accordance with rules and regulations during crises, and investigate and delineate the source of the emergency.
Emergency Medical Technician - B Course pathway
Note: This pathway is only available at the GRCTC.
| Level | GRCTC pathway |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8L600 CCM LCHS 8L100 |
| 2 | 8L240 |
| 3 | 8H310/8H311(H) |
| 4 | 8H975 DC (GRCTC) |
Potential careers
| Occupations | Median wage | Annual openings | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighters | $50,149 | 2,309 | 13% |
| Fire Inspectors and Investigators | $54,787 | 161 | 14% |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $34,091 | 1,880 | 31% |
Postsecondary options
Below is a list of potential career certifications for a student interested in this pathway.
| Education level | Options |
|---|---|
| HS/Industry Certification |
|
| Certificate/License* |
|
| Associate's Degree |
|
| Bachelor's Degree |
|
*Additional industry-based certification information is available from the TEA CTE website.
**Offered at the GRCTC
For more information on post-secondary options, visit the TXCTE website.
Expanded learning opportunities
One of the best ways to acquire experience in your chosen career is by engaging in exploration activities, work-based learning, or by joining a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
Exploration activities
- Attend local emergency awareness events
- Join the Texas Public Service Association
Work-based learning activities
- Volunteer at a hospital or a fire station
Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement Services" Criminal Justice Program of Study
The Law Enforcement program of study teaches students about the development of, adherence to, and protection of various branches of law. Students may learn how to appropriately and legally respond to breaches in the law according to statutory rules and regulations as well as investigate how and why the breaches occurred.
Course pathway
Note: This pathway is available through the College and Career Magnet at Lakeview Centennial HS(LCHS) campus.
| Level | CCM LCHS pathway |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8L600 CCM |
| 2 | 8L620 CCM |
| 3 | 8L630 CCM 8L640 CCM 8L240 |
| 4 | 8L300 8L660 CCM |
Potential careers
| Occupations | Median wage | Annual openings | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $60,112 | 5,241 | 13% |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Officers | $44,054 | 793 | 9% |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $40,186 | 4,683 | 9% |
| Immigration and Custom Inspectors | $78,104 | 1,236 | 9% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $91,312 | 253 | 25% |
Postsecondary options
Below is a list of potential career certifications for a student interested in this pathway.
| Education level | Options |
|---|---|
| HS/Industry Certification |
|
| Certificate/License* |
|
| Associate's Degree |
|
| Bachelor's Degree |
|
| Master's/Doctoral Degree |
|
*Additional industry-based certification information is available from the TEA CTE website.
For more information on post-secondary options, visit the TXCTE website.
Expanded learning opportunities
One of the best ways to acquire experience in your chosen career is by engaging in exploration activities, work-based learning, or by joining a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
Exploration activities
- Join the Texas Public Service Association
- Join criminal justice clubs
Work-based learning activities
- Attend court hearings and other legal procedures
Legal Studies: Paralegal Studies
Legal Studies: Paralegal Program of Study
The Legal Studies program of study introduces students to the occupations and educational opportunities related to representing clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, as well as assisting lawyers and preparing legal documents. This program of study explores possible specializations in a single area of law.
Course pathway
Note: This pathway is available through the College and Career Magnet at Lakeview Centennial HS (LCHS) campus.
| Level | CCM LCHS pathway |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8L605 CCM DC |
| 2 | 8L622 CCM/8L625 CCM DC |
| 3 | 8L643 CCM/8L645 CCM DC 8D660 CCM/8D665 CCM DC |
| 4 | 8L660 CCM (2 credits)/8L665 CCM DC (3 credits) |
Potential careers
| Occupations | Median wage | Annual openings | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyers | $126,131 | 2,801 | 19% |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistants | $50,544 | 2,837 | 19% |
Postsecondary options
Below is a list of potential career certifications for a student interested in this pathway.
| Education level | Options |
|---|---|
| Certificate/License* |
|
| Associate's Degree |
|
| Bachelor's Degree |
|
| Master's/Doctoral Degree |
|
*Additional industry-based certification information is available from the TEA CTE website.
For more information on post-secondary options, visit the TXCTE website.
Expanded learning opportunities
One of the best ways to acquire experience in your chosen career is by engaging in exploration activities, work-based learning, or by joining a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO).
Exploration activities
- Attend court hearings and other legal procedures
- Join the Texas Public Service Association
Work-based learning activities
- Intern with a local attorney
- Script and conduct a mock trial
