Protective Services

Potential Career Opportunities include:
Correction Officer, Dispatcher, Fire Fighter (volunteer/paid), Military Police, Park Ranger, Police Officer, Probation Officer, Security Officer, Sheriff, EMT, Private Investigator, Conservation Officer, Criminal Investigator, State or Municipal Police Officer, Federal Positions (FBI, US Marshal, DEA…)

Pathways to College:

• PDE Soar Program Agreement

Pittsburgh Technical College

• 1:1 Articulation Agreement

Delaware Valley University 
Penn College of Technology
St. Francis University

Class of 2025 graduation plans:
Post-secondary education in a related field - 55%
Employment related to the field of study - 18%
Employment unrelated to the field of study - 9%
Military - 18%

When students arrive for each class, they will put their bags in the classroom and then proceed to their assigned locker room
and put on their uniforms. Students will then go to their respective classrooms to begin their session. Students will be
released from class ten minutes before the end of their session to be changed out of their uniforms.

Students will adhere to the classroom daily grade rubric posted in each room and maintain all safety standards put in place
during theory lessons, during hands-on lab activity, and while outside the building during hands-on activities. All students
will stay on task, complete all assigned work on time, not be a disruption to class, and participate fully in all class
activities, including full participation in physical training.

• Students will arrive on time to class and change into their full uniform daily.
• No hats are allowed in class.
• Locker rooms are only for changing in and out of uniforms.
• Follow all classroom safety procedures while using equipment.
• No profanity while in class.
• No cell phones are allowed during theory or lab unless approved by the teacher.
• No food or drink in class unless approved by the teacher.
• Complete any daily assignments.
• Students will conduct themselves professionally and respectfully with teachers, staff, and peers at all times.
• Always give your best effort on assignments, tests, and skills assessments.

Students in Protective Services are expected to act maturely and behave appropriately. Students who display
inappropriate behavior or cause class disruptions will receive disciplinary action.

Discipline Procedures

1. Students will receive a verbal warning for first violation of classroom rules.
2. A second violation will result in a written warning and a call home.
3. A third violation will result in an administrative referral.

Each discipline infraction will result in points deducted from your work ethic grade.
A student suspended and/or arrested for alcohol and/or substance use or any other criminal act will be subject to removal from the program. A student having a criminal record will impede that student’s opportunity to be a volunteer or gain employment. The Protective Services field requires in-depth background checks for all volunteer and employment positions.

Safety is not an option! Safety is YOUR responsibility! Students are required to follow all rules and regulations. In addition to following all NMTCC’s listed and/ or posted safety and MSDS Policies, refer to the specific equipment manufacturer’s user, operator, or consumer guides and or shop manuals for complete safety details when using any equipment. Students are not permitted to use any equipment or tools unless they have received and documented that they have received the appropriate safety instruction.

All students are required to participate in a physical training program. This may include but is not limited to running, weight lifting, aerobic exercises, and self-defense. Although all safety precautions are taken, there is an increased chance that an accident may occur. Please inform us of any physical conditions that may limit your child’s participation in this physical training. Any student not participating in any physical activity due to any injury must provide a doctor’s note.

Knowledge grades are based on quizzes and written tests. Knowledge grades are 30% of the grade.

Skill grades are based on skill performance rubrics. Skills grades are 40% of the grade.

Work Ethics are graded daily and are based on attendance, participation, and following classroom rules. Work ethic is 30% of the grade.
All work assigned is to be completed by the due date. Work turned in a day late will receive 50% credit; anything after that, the
student will receive a zero on the assignment. Students will receive a minimum of two to three written and skills assessments per marking period.

Due to the amount of work it takes to complete some of the assignments, your attendance is essential to get the most out of your learning experience. If you are going to be absent or late, please have your parent or guardian call the school or bring in a note. Students who are absent will receive a Work Ethic grade of "0" for the day. If the absence is excused, the student will receive a Work Ethic grade of a "5" with an opportunity to make up the assignment and have their Work Ethic grade changed to a "10". Students who are late will receive a Work Ethic grade of a "5" for the day. If the lateness is excused, the student will receive a Work Ethic grade of a "5" with an opportunity to make up the assignment and have their Work Ethic grade changed to a "10". Work Ethic grades will also be affected by non-participation
and not following classroom rules.

Every student must complete a Senior Portfolio.  Portfolios will be created by following the sequence of grade-level assignments. Senior Portfolio artifacts will be graded per program expectations and assignment criteria and be included in the marking period grade for which the assignment is due. Portfolios will be housed in their Google Drive. Students will be able to take the portfolios with them or have access to them after graduation.