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.
Trenton, New Jersey
Institution Type: Public
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Homeland Security (2)
1
Graduate Certificate Program
1
Bachelors Program
Towson, Maryland
Institution Type: Public
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,484
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,106
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Masters Program
Fayette, Iowa
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,285
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,475
Total Programs in Homeland Security (2)
2
Certificate Programs
Blacksburg, Virginia
Institution Type: Public
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,761
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,492
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Graduate Certificate Program
Aurora, Illinois
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,200
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,971
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Masters Program
San Angelo, Texas
Institution Type: Public
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,145
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,697
Total Programs in Homeland Security (7)
2
Bachelors Programs
2
Associate Programs
2
Masters Programs
1
Other Program
Miami Shores, Florida
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,683
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,416
Total Programs in Homeland Security (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Buies Creek, North Carolina
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Homeland Security Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,841
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,160
Total Programs in Homeland Security (3)
2
Bachelors Programs
1
Associate Program