Georgia Public Safety Training Center
The state's premier, comprehensive training facility for law enforcement, fire services, EMS, 911 dispatchers, and other public safety professionals dedicated to protecting and serving the citizens of Georgia.
Our Mission
"To provide the highest quality training, develop professional standards, and offer essential resources to support and enhance public safety throughout the state of Georgia, ensuring our emergency responders are prepared for any challenge."
Comprehensive Training Programs
GPSTC offers a wide range of basic, advanced, and specialized training programs across multiple public safety disciplines. Click a division below to explore the types of training available.
Law Enforcement Academy
Provides basic law enforcement certification as well as advanced and specialized training to enhance officer skills and knowledge throughout their careers.
- Basic Law Enforcement Training Program
- Advanced and In-Service Training
- Firearms and Defensive Tactics
- Criminal Investigation and Forensics
- Traffic Enforcement and Accident Investigation
Georgia Fire Academy
Offers comprehensive training for firefighters, from basic certification to specialized courses in hazardous materials, technical rescue, and fire leadership.
- Basic Firefighter Certification
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Vehicle Extrication and Technical Rescue
- Arson Investigation
- Fire Officer Development
Emergency Medical Services
Delivers critical training for EMS personnel, including continuing education and specialized medical response courses to keep skills sharp and up-to-date.
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- EMS Instructor Training
- Continuing Education for Recertification
Communications & 911
Provides foundational and advanced training for 911 operators and dispatchers, the first link in the chain of emergency response.
- Basic Communications Officer Certification
- Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)
- Crisis Intervention and Hostage Negotiation
- Dispatch Supervisor Training
Leadership Development
Cultivates the next generation of public safety leaders through structured programs focused on management, ethics, and strategic planning.
- Professional Management Program
- Supervisory and Command Level Courses
- Executive Leadership Training
- Ethics and Integrity in Public Safety
Who is Eligible to Train?
Training at GPSTC is primarily available to active, career and volunteer public safety personnel within the state of Georgia.
Law Enforcement
State, county, and municipal police officers, sheriffs' deputies, and other sworn personnel.
Firefighters
Career and volunteer firefighters from municipal and county fire departments across Georgia.
EMS Personnel
Paramedics, EMTs, and other emergency medical responders serving Georgia communities.
Other Responders
Including 911 dispatchers, coroners, corrections officers, and other approved public safety officials.
Supporting Georgia's Emergency Services
GPSTC is the cornerstone of public safety readiness in Georgia, providing critical support that elevates the quality and consistency of emergency response statewide.
Standardized Excellence
Ensures all public safety professionals receive consistent, high-quality training based on established best practices, fostering better interoperability between agencies during critical incidents.
Advanced & Specialized Skills
Offers access to specialized training and certifications that may not be available at the local level, from advanced forensics to complex rescue operations, preparing responders for any eventuality.
Resource Hub
Serves as a central repository of knowledge, resources, and state-of-the-art facilities, providing a platform for professional development and networking that strengthens the entire public safety community.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
The GPSTC campus provides a diverse range of realistic training environments designed to simulate real-world conditions.