Interest Area Overview — Public Safety

Do you have the desire to help others and keep them out of harm’s way? Do you seek justice? Do you want to be on the front lines in times of crisis?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you might find your major here in the Public Safety interest area! Check out your options for the major that's right for you.

Help ∙ Protect ∙ Serve

Explore what Public Safety has to offer and then dive into any of our specific majors to see which one might be right for you.

Academic Counselors by Interest Area

While these sample program maps are helpful in giving you a sense of what you can expect, it’s important that you meet with an academic counselor from the start and along your path to help tailor your education plan to your specific interests and needs. And good news, we’ve got folks here to support you every step of the way – our Public Safety academic counselors!

To schedule an appointment with one of our Public Safety academic counselors:

Public Safety Starter Map

Love public safety but not yet sure of your major and want help deciding classes? We have a Public Safety starter map which lays out your first year of classes so you can get started on your path while you're still deciding your career!

Please note this is a starter map. You're encouraged to meet with an academic counselor to confirm what courses are right for you.

Already know what major you’re going for but not sure what classes to take? We’ve got that, too! Visit the areas of study links in the Interest Areas and you’ll find degrees and certificates with a sample program map to give you a sense of what you can expect.

Career Exploration & Resources

Do you have questions about career opportunities with a Public Safety major? We’ve got answers! Explore your career options through our Career Services & Student Employment Center.  

Our Career Services & Student Employment Center is located on the main campus, in Building 2000, Suite 2071 (upstairs in the cafeteria). There you can meet with our dedicated career academic counselor and explore options with a Public Safety degree by calling (530) 242-7724. 

The Center also offers Public Safety internship and career opportunities through our Internship & Work Experience Coordinator by calling (530) 242-7572.

We look forward to connecting your coursework to careers that may work for you.  

Shasta College Pathways: Interest Areas

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