Emergency Management - Advanced Technical Certificate with Financial Aid Eligibility
College of Public Safety Administration
EAM-ATC
Program Leadership Information
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(727)241-4120
Advisor
publicsafetyadvising@spcollege.edu
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Program Summary
Please contact PublicSafetyAdvising@spcollege.edu for questions regarding this program. This program is offered as a Fully Online program. This Advanced Technical Certificate provides professionals in the EMS, Fire, Law Enforcement, Public Health and other related occupations an advanced level of training in emergency management and disaster preparedness. Recent natural disasters and state emergencies have highlighted the need communities have to serve vulnerable populations during these crises. This need exists across a wide range of occupations that respond to such disaster situations. Emergency management directors prepare plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters and other emergencies. They also help lead the response during and after emergencies, often in coordination with public safety officials, elected officials, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. This program is intended for students who have already attained an A.S. degree in the area of public safety or emergency management. Some courses in this ATC may apply towards the Public Safety Administration BAS degree.
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Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills in coordinating emergency management operations across public safety, governmental, and community agencies.
- Apply principles of emergency planning and risk assessment to develop, implement, and evaluate all-hazards preparedness and response strategies.
- Interpret and implement legal, ethical, and policy frameworks that govern emergency management and homeland security at local, state, and federal levels.
- Communicate effectively and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders during crisis situations through written plans, oral briefings, and interagency coordination.