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Program Outlines
Homeland Security and Public Safety Programs
A Herzing University degree in Homeland Security and Public Safety can be applied to many careers within the security, emergency, and law enforcement fields. Students who begin with an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and can then roll their credits into either the Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety or the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program. Or, students can enroll directly into the bachelor degree program and finish it in as little as three years.
Homeland Security and Public Safety Program Comparison Chart
Program availability varies by location.
| Program | Credits | Months |
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice | 60 | 20 |
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety | 60 | 20 |
| Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety With a Concentration in Criminal Justice | 125 | 36 |
| Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety With a Concentration in Emergency Medical Technology | 125 | 36 |
| Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety With No Minor or Concentration | 122 | 36 |
| Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice With a Concentration in Homeland Security | 122 | 36 |
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
Students gain the academic foundation of general education courses as well develop career capabilities in areas such as intelligence data analysis, criminalistics, forensics and emergency management. Graduates have a well-rounded approach to working within the public safety sector and are prepared for entry-level positions in all related career fields. Download Program Course Sheet
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Public Safety
Graduates from this degree program will be prepared for entry-level positions in a wide range of public safety fields. Topics of study include criminal law, corrections, homeland security, emergency management, and juvenile justice. Download Program Course Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety with No Minor or Concentration
This degree program is designed to prepare professionals who will be responsible for identifying potential terrorist targets and maintaining public safety. The core courses in homeland security, public safety, and criminal justice are completed in this degree as well as an individual capstone project. It also allows students who have taken many courses at a different institution to transfer more credits. Download Program Course Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security with a Concentration in Criminal Justice
Offered only at Birmingham Campus. Students will learn the necessary skills and knowledge for entry-level positions in either law enforcement, fire service, or private security businesses. The program focus is intended to addresses the broad variety of disciplines under the Department of Homeland Security. Download Program Course Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety with a Concentration in Emergency Medical Technology
Offered only at Birmingham Campus. This program provides students with the skills and academic knowledge for entry-level positions in law enforcement, fire service, or private security. In addition, students will take 24 credit hours in elective EMT courses and 17 credit hours in required EMT courses. Download Program Course Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Homeland Security
Designed for those who do not wish to transfer a large number of previous college credits, students in this degree program move beyond the core criminal justice and homeland security and public safety programs with coursework in criminal psychology and investigation, narcotics and financial crimes. Download Program Course Sheet
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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE & ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CIP Codes:
43.0104
Semesters:
4
Tuition Range:
$21,840-$27,300
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
54
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$22,649
On-time Completion:
0.12962963
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
0.429
SOC:
25-1111; 33-1011; 33-1012
Occupational Title:
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary; First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers; First-Line Supervisors and Police and Detectives
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1111.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1011.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1012.00
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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE & ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN PUBLIC SAFETY
CIP Codes:
43.0399
Semesters:
4
Tuition Range:
$22,800
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
No information available
Mean Institutional Loan Debt of Graduates:
No information available
Mean Private Loan Debt of Graduates:
No information available
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
No information available
On-time Completion:
No information available
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
No information available
SOC:
33-1099
Occupational Title:
First Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1099.00
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HOMELAND SECURITY AND PUBLIC SAFETY
CIP Codes:
43.0399
Semesters:
9
Tuition Range:
$51,300-$53,460
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
10
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$22,209.50
On-time Completion:
50.00%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
77.30%
SOC:
33-1099
Occupational Title:
First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1099.00
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
CIP Codes:
52.0299
Semesters:
4
Tuition Range:
$24,375-$30,000
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
64
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$36,420
On-time Completion:
0.328125
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
0.91
SOC:
11-1011; 11-1021; 11-2022; 11-3011; 11-3051; 11-3071; 11-9021; 11-9151; 11-9199; 13-1051; 13-1111; 25-1011
Occupational Title:
Chief Executives; General and Operations Managers; Sales Managers; Administrative Services Managers ; Industrial Production Managers ; Transportation, Storage and Distribution Managers; Construction Managers, Social and Community Service Managers, Managers, All Other, Cost Estimators, Management Analysts, Business Teachers, Postsecondary
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-1011.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-1021.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-2022.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-3011.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-3051.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-3071.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9021.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9151.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1051.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1111.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1011.00
Our Accreditation
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Learn more about our special undergraduate program and graduate program accreditations.
