Certificate│9 Credits│Fond du Lac Campus, Online
Emergency Dispatch Certificate
Embark on a fulfilling career journey in emergency dispatch operations by enrolling in Moraine Park’s Emergency Dispatch program.
The Emergency Dispatch program at Moraine Park provides students with a strong foundation of skills, technology, and protocols necessary to succeed in this critical career field. With both instructional sessions and hands-on experiences, students learn from industry-professional dispatchers and simulation software to master the abilities essential for success. This program offers a pathway to a fulfilling career in emergency dispatch operations.
What You’ll Learn
Emergency dispatchers play a vital role in keeping our communities safe; they are the first to answer emergency calls for help, gathering information to identify the nature of the emergency and dispatch the appropriate resources. Their meticulous documentation helps to ensure a prompt response times.
The development of stress management, self-care and communication skills can make all the difference and are essential for those starting out in Criminal Justice.
With our Emergency Dispatch Certificate, there’s no limit to how far you can go. It’s the perfect foundation for advancing your education and career, paving the way for an associate degree.
Potential careers include, but are not limited to, the following:
- 911 Dispatcher
- Communications Officer
- Communications Operator
- Communications Specialist
- Dispatcher
- Emergency Communications Operator (ECO)
- Police Dispatcher
- Public Safety Dispatcher
- Telecommunicator
Local (Fond du Lac) Median Hourly Wage & Annual Salary: $22.44/hr & $46,670
Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 4-5 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.
View and begin standard admissions steps.
This program also requires:
- Criminal Background Check
If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.
Estimated Costs
Estimated costs below are based on the 2023-2024 school year. These fees look at the cost to complete all classes. Costs, textbooks and supplies subject to change. For more details, see Cost of Attendance.
$1,608.30
Current tuition and fees
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Textbooks*
*Based on new books, rental, electronic, and used options may be available.
Tuition Costs
The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors such as total credits required, textbooks and the financial aid you receive. Some programs have additional costs such as uniforms, technology and equipment.
Please refer to the Tuition & Fee Information for enrollment fee information.
Cost of Attendance
Cost of attendance (sometimes referred to as the “sticker price”) is the maximum amount of money it costs to attend college for one year and is used to determine your financial aid offering.
While attending Moraine Park during the 2024-25 school year, your estimated cost of attendance for one full year includes tuition of $4,462 (15 credits for fall and spring semester), fees of $338, food and housing of $3,008 (if living with parents, $9,147 if living on your own), books and supplies of $1,465, personal expenses of $3,608, and transportation of $4,017 for a total of $17,002. Your direct costs (those costs paid directly to the college) include tuition & fees. The indirect costs (costs not paid to the college) can vary from individual to individual and your own personal needs.
Dual credit courses are college credit courses offered at the participating high school, allowing students to earn college credits. The courses are taught by certified high school instructors using technical college curriculum, grading policies and textbooks.
Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.
Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.
Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.
Financial Aid is available for associate degree and technical diploma programs (those that are 2 semesters in length and typically with 28 credits or more). Processing can take 4-5 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received. Visit the Financial Aid page to learn more.
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