2021-2022 – College of Arts and Sciences / Annual Report

Security and Emergency Services

The quality of the programs is measured by a curriculum designed to address the most recent developments and tools in the field, the opportunities and access available to students and support from faculty. Each student is provided with a unique, tailored learning experience. This multidimensional framework uses science to enhance risk assessment, understand human behavior, investigative techniques, analytical decision-making, economic and political realities, strategic planning and human capital. Department faculty are committed to training the next generation of resilience planners, disaster managers and subject-matter analysts with the best tools available. Engaging in these learning activities aims to build highly sought-after knowledge, skills and abilities in government, industry and beyond! For opportunities in the public and private sectors of emergency medical, disaster planning, law enforcement, public health, environmental or emergency management, this program is ideal. For more news and information on the Department of Security and Emergency Services, please visit worldwide.erau.edu/colleges/arts-sciences/ department-emergency-services or scan the QR code:

The Department of Security and Emergency Services offers 100% online degree programs. Degrees include the Bachelor of Science in Emergency Services, the Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security, the Master of Science in Emergency Services and the Master of Science in Human Security and Resilience. Faculty are experienced teachers and researchers, combining practitioner perspectives with academic expertise. The B.S. in Emergency Services is accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress and recognized by Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education. This degree prepares students for fire service professions and emergency services in both the private and public sectors. The B.S. in Homeland Security addresses the needs of the U.S. government, its citizens and the private sector. The degree offers a solid core of Homeland Security courses, as well as minors in Forensic Accounting, International Relations, Terrorism Studies and Cybersecurity, among others. The M.S. in Human Security and Resilience provides students with awareness and understanding of the impact of threats to society such as extreme weather, environmental degradation, financial recession, terrorism and health epidemics. The M.S. in Emergency Services is designed for individuals seeking advanced knowledge in emergency services, hazard mitigation and preparedness, disaster response, recovery and Homeland Security.

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