Emergency management certificate programs are becoming more available in univerisities and schools across the United States. You can now find accredited programs for emergency management degrees and homeland security degree programs as well, including undergraduate and graduate degree options.
Certificate programs are available to students who seek a shorter program focused on career development or knowledge of a specific discipline. Many certificate programs are available online, and allow you to focus on specific areas of emergency management, such as bioterrorism preparedness, disaster preparedness, or homeland security.
California University of Pennsylvania
California University of Pennsylvania, Middle States Accredited, 158 years young, part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is proud to offer undergraduate and graduate programs in Legal Studies. The MS in Legal Studies includes tracks in Law and Public Policy, Homeland Security and Criminal Justice. Programs are ONLINE and delivered in a flexible and quality environment for busy adults seeking professional advancement. Veterans approved! Cal U also offers an ONLINE Certificate in Homeland Security through the Institute of Law and Public Policy. Visit our website at www.calu.edu for additional information.
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Degree Programs:
- BS in Legal Studies
- MS in Legal Studies: Homeland Security
- MS in Legal Studies: Law and Public Policy
- MS in Legal Studies: Criminal Justice
American Military University (AMU)
American Military University serves civilian and military students 100% online with emergency and disaster management degrees and NIMS-related courses. Whether responding to hurricanes, terrorist attacks, or hazmat spills, officials need to know how to establish command & control, coordinate communications, evacuate people, and perform clean-up.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Weapons of Mass Destruction Preparedness Undergraduate Certificate
- Emergency and Disaster Management Certificate
- Terrorism Studies Certificate
- Fire Science Certificate
George Washington University
The goal of The Institute for Crisis, Disaster, and Risk Management is to improve the disaster, emergency, and crisis management plans, actions and decisions of government, corporate, and not-for-profit organizations by transforming theory into practice. The Institute's objectives are to create and teach courses in crisis, disaster, and risk management; conduct research, and create knowledge through its research activities; and disseminate knowledge through education al programs, professional forums, and workshops. The Institute faculty and staff work to facilitate exchanges of crisis management information, knowledge, and best practices among all sectors. The Institute is engaged in both domestic and international endeavors.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management and Public Health
Homeland Security Management Institute of Long Island University
The Homeland Security Management Institute offers a 15-credit graduate-level Advanced Certificate in Homeland Security Management, delivered entirely online, with no in-residence component. Our rigorous curriculum focuses on the complexities of the homeland security enterprise, providing executives, managers and practitioners with exceptional professional education. Recognized as one of the nation’s top programs, it is an academic partner of the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Homeland Defense and Security in Monterey, CA.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Advanced Certificate in Homeland Security Management
John Hopkins University
The Certificate in National Security Studies is the perfect vehicle for students looking to expand their expertise and understanding of the broad range of threats to United States security in our new century.The Certificate in National Security Studies draws on experts in government, international relations, bioscience and military affairs in order to provide students with the tools to analyze threats that challenge US security, both in the realm of Homeland Security, and to American interests worldwide.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Certificate in National Security Studies
Penn State
Penn State certificate programs are designed as "stand-alone" certificates or can serve as "step-up" programs into the master of homeland security in public health preparedness degree program. Students who have successfully completed our certificates in disaster preparedness or bioterrorism preparedness are eligible to transfer 15 credits into the master of homeland security degree once they are admitted to graduate degree status.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Certificate in Disaster Preparedness
- Certificate in Bioterrorism Preparedness
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
The mission of the Center for Homeland Security is to provide advanced education, conduct leading-edge basic and applied research, and develop process innovation environments that nourish homeland security and defense discoveries. In support of the mission, the Center aligns its activities into three principal, interdependent pillars: Education, Research, and Innovation. As public and private sector requirements at the local, state, national and international levels evolve, Center operations in each of these three broad areas of activity will adjust and transform to meet the challenge. These three elements "Education, Research and Innovation" represent the essential ingredients of successful and sustainable homeland security and defense solutions. CHS’ national reputation as a service provider in these areas accurately reflects the unique nature of UCCS and the transforming role of Colorado Springs as the nation’s Homeland Security and Defense Center of Excellence.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Security Intelligence
- Graduate Certificate in Disaster Health
- Undergraduate Certificate in Disaster Health
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Offered by the Criminal Justice Department in conjunction with Continuing Studies and Corporate Education, this part-time certificate program is designed for personnel working in the areas of public safety, security management, and law enforcement; executives in corporations responsible for overseeing in-house security programs; and information technology professionals. Criminal justice students interested in enhancing their future career prospects may also benefit from this program by broadening their studies to encompass security within private industry.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Security Management and Homeland Security
University of New Haven
This program provides students with an understanding of fundamental principles of National Security. This includes the legal charter, presidential executive orders, and the framework which guides the operation of national security agencies. Specifically, the role and function of the U.S. agencies that make up the Intelligence Community will be analyzed, emphasizing Information Protection and Security. The concentration in Information Protection and Security provides a unique approach to the study of both cybersecurity and the protection of information systems within the Intelligence Community. Research issues in public safety, emergency management, and homeland security will be emphasized.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- National Security
- National Security Administration
- National Security Technology
University of Tennessee
This program prepares leaders for community, institutional and agency positions focused on the development, coordination and evaluation of integrated and comprehensive plans for preparation and execution of the responses to a large population disaster of any type.
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Emergency Management Certificate Programs:
- Interdisciplinary Certificate in Homeland Security Studies
