Highland Park DPS HPDPS101 course

Highland Park DPS is starting its second HPDPS101 course soon! Did you know that every Highland Park officer is a firefighter, paramedic, and police officer? This course allows Highland Park residents to learn how our DPS model works and provides the opportunity to learn skills and techniques for each discipline of a public safety officer. The course consists of 4 classes throughout the year and each class will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

March 23^rd - Basic Overview of Highland Park DPS:           

Chief Sandman will provide a presentation that explains our department.

May 5^th - Firefighting Class:                                                         

Public Safety Officers will explain certain aspects of firefighting and allow participants the opportunity to try a few firefighting skills.

August 24^th - Dispatch/EMS Class:                                          

Participants will learn about our dispatch system and our medical service capabilities while getting a chance to practice a few first aid skills.

November 9^th - Police Class:                                                       

Participants will be introduced to policing and can perform a few of our techniques.

Adults of all ages have enjoyed this course. If you have questions or want to sign up, please contact Jessa Russell at [email protected] or 214-559-9487.