Sign up now for 9-1-1 Citizen’s Academy
September 17, 2014
By Staff
NEW — 3:40 p.m. Sept. 17, 2014
Learn about the internal workings of the 9-1-1 emergency dispatch center at the 9-1-1 Citizen’s Academy.
The one-day class will be held at the Regional Communications Center, 3511 N.E. Second St. in Renton, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 27. Space is limited; turn in applications by Sept. 24.
Learn about the role 9-1-1 communications specialists play in the public safety system and prepare in case you ever need to call 9-1-1.
The class includes the history of 9-1-1 and how citizens can help 9-1-1 help them. A tour of the King County Sheriff’s Office 9-1-1 Center is included; optional “plug-in” time will be offered to attendees on follow-up dates for those interested.
The class is open to anyone 18 or older with no felony convictions. You must live or work in King County.
Get your application here. You can also request one by calling 206-205-6625 or emailing .
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