Security and Emergency Management Program

The Department of Politics, Justice, Law, and Philosophy under its Security and Emergency Management program offers a minor and certificate in Security and Emergency Management for undergraduate students of all majors and an area of concentration in Security and Emergency Management for students pursuing the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree. Graduate students in any program can earn the Graduate Certificate in SEM and also can specialize in the field with a concentration in Security and Safety Leadership within the Master of Professional Studies program - . The Security and Emergency Management programs are designed to help prepare students for careers related to or that involve elements of security and emergency and disaster management in local, state, or federal government, business, and volunteer organizations.  Interested individuals should contact Dr. Wayne P. Bergeron LTC (ret.) at 256.765-5022 or wpbergeron@una.edu.

Requirements for a Minor in Security and Emergency Management

Introduction to Homeland Security 3
Introduction to Emergency Management and Civil Response 3
Select twelve hours of Security and Emergency Management Electives 12
Total Hours 18

Requirements for an Undergrad Certificate in Security and Emergency Management (SEM)

Introduction to Homeland Security 3
Introduction to Emergency Management and Civil Response 3
Security and Emergency Management Electives (300-400 level) 6
Total Hours 12

Requirements for BA/BS Major in Interdisciplinary Studies, Area of Emphasis in SEM

General Education Requirements: 1 41-47
Core Courses:
Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies 2 3
Interdisciplinary Research: Process and Practice 3
Capstone Project 3
Total Core Hours: 9
Area of Emphasis: Security and Emergency Management
300/400 level courses 24
Other Area of Emphasis courses 18
Total Area of Emphasis Hours: 42
Total Minimum Hours: 120

 SEM Core Courses ()

SEM 250.  (3)  Introduction to Homeland Security

SEM 255.  (3)  Introduction to Emergency Management and Civil Response

SEM 310.  (3)  Disaster Mitigation and Preparedness

SEM 320. (3)  Contemporary Issues in Security and Emergency Management

SEM 350. (3) Interagency Cooperation

SEM 410.  (3)  Terrorism and Terrorist Operations

SEM 420. (3)  International Law Enforcement and Emergency Response

SEM 406.  (3)  Disaster Response and Recovery

SEM 450. (3) Emergency Management Program Management and Incident Command

SEM 460.  (3)  Homeland Security & Emergency Management Seminar/Exercise

SEM 495. (3)  Internship/Practicum in Security and Emergency Management

SEM 497. (3) Special Topics in Security and Emergency Management (Intro to UAS/Drones in Emergency Response, Public Health and Pandemic Planning, Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, Military Support to Emergency Management, Intro to Search and Rescue, etc.)

Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Security and Emergency Management (SEM)

Foundations of Homeland Security and Emergency Management 1 3
Select 15 hours from the following: 15
Terrorism and Terrorist Operations 2
Disaster Response and Recovery 2
Homeland Security & Emergency Management Seminar/Exercise 2
Internship/Practicum in Security and Emergency Management 2
Special Topics In Security and Emergency Management
Total Hours 18

Requirement may be waived for experience in Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, military, intelligence, etc.

SEM courses completed at the undergraduate level may not be completed at the graduate level for credit in the SEM Graduate Certificate program.

Requirements for the Master of Professional Studies with a concentration in Security and Safety Leadership

Core Courses of Study
Applied Research for Professionals 3
Professional Communications 3
Leadership, Negotiation, and Conflict Resolution 3
Organizations, Institutions, and Change 3
Globalization and Society 3
Thesis or Non-Thesis Option - select one from the following: 3-6
Non-Thesis Option
Capstone/Thesis (related to their area of specialization)
Thesis Option and Defense 1
Capstone/Thesis
Area of Specialization 15
Security and Safety Leadership
Select 15 graduate credit hours in Security and Emergency Management with advisor approval
Total Hours: 33-36
1Students choosing the Thesis Option must enroll in Capstone/Thesis ()​each semester while preparing or defending the thesis. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to discuss scheduling of core courses, area courses, and capstone/thesis hours.

 

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We offer courses in the traditional classroom format as well as out of class field practicum exercise and internships as well as evening and night classes.  There are also Summer sessions to help you reach your goals faster.  If you are a non-traditional student or are already in the work force, we offer all of our courses in a convenient on-line format via the Internet to best fit your schedule and learning style.