Fresno Unified School District
Public Services
Pathways in the Public Services sector prepare graduates to work in public service as firefighters, lawyers, judges, criminal investigators, EMTs, and more.
Students may have the opportunity to receive college credit and industry recognized certifications as well as participate in paid and unpaid internships
Public Services in Fresno Unified
Students can choose a CTE program at their neighborhood or "home" high school, apply to a specialty CTE high school, or participate in CTE while attending an alternative high school. Transportation is offered from home schools to CTE specialty campuses. The schools below offer programs in the Public Services industry sector.
“I’ve always wanted to be a firefighter, and this was an opportunity I couldn’t miss out on. I’ve learned how to deal with life-threatening situations. I’ve gotten my FEMA certifications, my CPR certification, and my OSHA certification."
Gustavo
Hoover Public Service Fire Science Student
Examples of Public Services Careers
| Occupation | Education Level | Median Annual Earnings in CA |
|---|---|---|
| Detective and Criminal Investigator | High school diploma or equivalent | $105,900 |
| Fire Inspector and Investigator | Postsecondary non-degree award | $104,800 |
| Firefighter | Postsecondary non-degree award | $79,800 |
| Judge, Magistrate Judge, and Magistrate | Doctoral or professional degree | $206,400 |
| Lawyer | Doctoral or professional degree | $162,020 |
| Paralegal and Legal Assistant | Associate's degree | $61,520 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officer | High school diploma or equivalent | $111,300 |
Source: US Dept of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics for California
Pathway Certifications and Recognition
Linked Learning Silver Certification
Linked Learning Silver Certification is a standard of excellence for college and career preparation. We have achieved Silver Certification by demonstrating that our pathways have integrated academics with career-themed coursework, feature meaningful work-based learning, and include effective supports for students.
Hoover Public Service
Roosevelt Public Service
LAPSEN National Industry Certified Programs of Excellence
Law and Public Safety Education Network (LAPSEN) National Industry Certified Programs of Excellence is a high school accreditation process designed to recognize and promote exemplary Law and Public Safety (LPS) programs that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a strong commitment to preparing the next generation of public safety professionals. Programs that earn this distinction demonstrate excellence in curriculum alignment, industry engagement, student skill development, career readiness, and overall program quality.
Bullard Law and Social Justice
Hoover Public Service
Roosevelt Public Service