Homeland security is a field that is concerned with the safety of local, state, and federal infrastructure in case of any disasters or terrorist attacks. This program is a field of study that offers students with techniques of intelligence gathering and also deals with prevention of internal and external threats to the nation. This program also includes training in different fields such as law enforcement, and emergency medical services.
An Accredited College/University creates a pathway for the students to enroll in homeland security programs offered by the Colleges/University which are funded by the federal government or the state government.
The Organizations that accredited a college for homeland security programs are listed below:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges(SACSCOC)
Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
The course/Program is regionally accredited too.
The subjects taught to the students in the homeland security program are mainly intelligent analysis and disaster management. Common subjects are also taught which include political science, psychology, engineering, disaster and emergency preparedness, counterterrorism, and national and local security.
An Associate’s degree requires 60-65 credits and takes 2 years to be completed. It focuses on the study of terrorism, homeland security law, emergency management, and risk analysis.
A Bachelor’s degree requires 120-125 credits and takes 4 years to be completed. It offers the students in-depth knowledge about terrorism, counter-terrorism, and hazard management.
A Master’s degree requires 30-40 credits and takes 2 years to be completed. This program prepares students to work as emergency management directors, security consultants, and logisticians.
A Doctorate’s degree requires 60-70 credits and takes 4-5 years to be completed. This program allows the students to research about the field.
There are few requirements which need to be fulfilled before one applies for an admission in the business management program. The student should have a high school diploma with a minimum of 2.0- 3.0 GPA.
The homeland security program provides students the knowledge about security, risk analysis and management, and the ways to counter and manage hazards and terrorism. With a homeland security, degree student will acquire basic skills such as strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, team working skills, ability to research.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,603
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,603
Total Programs in Homeland Security (3)
3
Masters Programs
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Graduate Certificate Program
Institution Type: Public
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,035
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,480
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Undergraduate Certificate Program
Charles Town, West Virginia
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $7,956
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,966
Total Programs in Homeland Security (32)
5
Associate Programs
5
Masters Programs
9
Undergraduate Certificate Programs
13
Other Programs
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $10,496
Average Student Loans Awarded: $12,144
Total Programs in Homeland Security (2)
1
Bachelors Program
1
Associate Program
Norcross, Georgia
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Homeland Security (3)
1
Undergraduate Certificate Program
2
Associate Programs
Orange Beach, Alabama
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,646
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,646
Total Programs in Homeland Security (2)
1
Associate Program
1
Bachelors Program
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Homeland Security (3)
1
Masters Program
1
Bachelors Program
1
Associate Program