Emergency Management

How & Why Our Program Works

The Emergency Management program is an exciting new program that will prepare you for work in the emerging area of Homeland Security and emergency management leadership. One of only 19 associate degree programs in this field currently available in the United States, our degree works well for students just beginning their college careers as well as professionals looking to enhance their skills in this growing field. The unique design of our degree allows you the flexible option for completing the majority of your coursework online. Students who already have professional experiences in emergency management can use our Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) process to request credits for learning already gained through such experience. You may also be eligible to transfer in a block of approved training based on fieldwork and hours from a variety of protective services fields.

Career & Transfer Options

This degree is intended for emergency management personnel employed in business and industry; state, county, and local administrators with emergency planning responsibilities; community agency administrators, staff, and volunteers; public safety and risk management professionals with emergency management responsibilities; active and reserve military personnel involved in emergency management; and students who are just entering the field and aspire to be emergency management professionals. This program will enhance your career if you are just starting out in the field and will also prepare you for transfer to a four-year school in the fields of emergency management or public administration.

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