A program hoping to inspire teens to take up careers in law enforcement, fire and emergency services has begun and officials are encouraged the program will take off. The Explorers Program is designed to teach teens about law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services careers and will help build connections that might lead those young people toward job paths– and maybe help local agencies eventually fill vacancies in critical staff positions.
Anderson County Undersheriff Wes McClain says they will accept applications from 14-20 year-olds. The goal is to introduce youth to a career path in law enforcement and emergency services. The idea is to form mentor relationships and provide an immersion in those careers to see if they match interests of the participating young people enough for them to pursue future training.
