Public Services
Set the Bar High
If your child cares about fairness and wants to help protect and serve their community, this career field is a great place to start. With courses shaped by experts in law and public safety, your child can begin exploring careers in criminal justice — and discover how they can help build a safer, more just world.
Which pathways are offered?
Legal Practices — In this pathway, your child will explore how the legal system touches almost every part of our daily lives, like signing a contract or knowing your rights. They’ll also see what it means to work in a field built on trust, ethics, and responsibility. If your child enjoys debate, problem-solving, or standing up for what’s right, they may find a fulfilling future here.
Public Safety — This pathway gives your child a firsthand look at what it takes to work in law enforcement. From public safety to homeland security, they’ll learn the skills needed to protect and serve their community. It’s an excellent choice for students who are strong leaders, value integrity, and want to help others.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?¹
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Lawyer
- Legal secretary
- Legal assistant
- Paralegal
- Compliance specialist
- Title examiner
- Conflict of interest manager
- Contract administrator
- Police, fire, and ambulance dispatcher
- Police and patrol officer
- Animal control officer
- Customs and border protection office
- Security guard
¹Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my student’s future look like in this career field?²
²Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which potential pathway certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Certiport Communication Skills for Business
- Microsoft Office Certifications³
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- First Aid Certification
³Many Microsoft®️ Office certificates can be earned after completing one course. Other certificates require additional classes to be better prepared, and students who participate in the program for at least two years will have further preparation for certification testing.