College of Public Safety Careers to Keep Communities Safe and Protected
Why NWTC?
NWTC is where purpose becomes action — where individuals are empowered to be heroes in their communities. Whether through law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical services, corrections, human services, or substance abuse counseling, NWTC prepares students to step into meaningful, high-impact careers.
- Get a rewarding career that pays. Graduates from our Law Enforcement, EMT, and Paramedic programs earned a median annual salary over $60,000. See more graduate outcomes.
- Train like real first responders. In our cutting-edge Public Safety Tactical Training Center and simulation labs, you’ll face real-world challenges that sharpen your skills and prepare you for the field — from simulated 911 calls to high-stakes rescue scenarios. Learn more about the training facilities.
- Industry training options. If you're looking for training for employees, our qualified instructors offer a variety of public safety training options. See industry training details.
Safety and Emergency Response
Want to work toward a fulfilling career in a public safety field? Our programs and real-world labs will help you prepare.
Human Services
Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career in counseling or human services.
Is a Bachelor's Degree Your Goal?
Save thousands in tuition when you earn an associate degree from NWTC and transfer your credits to a bachelor's degree program at one of our partner colleges. Learn about our Associate of Arts and Associate of Science transfer degrees or explore the additional transfer options through the college and university partnerships below.
Lakeland University
Our partnership with Lakeland University includes transfer agreements for the following associate degree programs in our College of Public Safety:
Northern Michigan University
Graduates from the following associate degree programs in our College of Public Safety may transfer to Northern Michigan University:
University of Maryland Global Campus
Our partnership with University of Maryland Global Campus includes transfer agreements for the following associate degree programs in our College of Public Safety:
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Graduates from the following associate degree programs in our College of Public Safety may transfer to UW-Eau Claire:
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
NWTC graduates from the following College of Public Safety programs may transfer to UW-Green Bay:
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Our partnership with UW-Oshkosh includes transfer agreements for the following associate degree programs in our College of Public Safety:
University of Wisconsin - Stout
NWTC graduates from the following College of Public Safety programs may transfer to UW-Stout:
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
NWTC's College of Public Safety maintains transfer agreements with UW-Whitewater for the following associate degree programs:
More Program Options
Interested in another career pathway? Find out more about more NWTC colleges – Advanced Manufacturing & Skilled Trades; Allied Health; Business, Communications & Social Sciences; Nursing; and STEM.
Or, browse all our Programs and Degrees to find your perfect fit.