Online Homeland Security Graduate Certificate
This homeland security graduate certificate provides you with the skills and credentials needed to manage fields specializing in domestic, international and cyber terrorism. Take homeland security classes in security and counterterrorism, and choose from electives in policing and emergency management.
Quick facts
Next start date: 05/16/2023
Total classes: 6
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 18
Degree questions, answered.
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Earn your graduate certificate in homeland security
The United States Department of Homeland Security is tasked with preparing for, preventing and responding to domestic emergencies, including terrorism and natural disasters. In this homeland security graduate certificate program, you’ll learn about the nature, structure and operations of U.S. homeland security systems. You’ll also cover topics related to countering domestic, international and cyber terrorism.
Why study homeland security?
The field of homeland security continues to grow. Employers increasingly need professionals with counterterrorism and security skills. This certificate will help prepare you to lead and manage in this field.
For those in the Master of Arts in criminal justice program, this certificate allows students to specialize in homeland security and improve their skills in a number of fields. By taking both the master’s program and certificate, students may find promotion opportunities within their organizations or seek employment related to homeland security in public law enforcement, private security and intelligence agencies.
Will my homeland security certificate say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Courses in homeland security
You’ll complete required graduate courses in homeland security, domestic terrorism, international terrorism and weapons of mass destruction. You’ll complete elective courses covering a variety of topics including emergency management, security studies and martyrdom. You may also choose to complete a summer study abroad experience in counterterrorism in Israel.
Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction
Homeland Security
Seminar in Domestic Terrorism
Seminar in International Terrorism
Police and International Terrorism
Etiology of Martyrdom
Security Studies
Integrated Emergency Management
Homeland security jobs
The employment outlook for jobs within the homeland security sector remains strong. These agencies and organizations are responsible for protecting the U.S. and its citizens. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts faster than average job growth in the homeland security and emergency management fields over the next 10 years. Graduates with a certificate in homeland security are well-suited for positions in homeland security, private security and intelligence agencies, among others.
Customs and border patrol
FBI agent
Immigration officer
Private security consultant
Prosecutors and court official
Secret service agent
State, county or local law enforcement
Transportation safety administration
Learn security and counterterrorism from professionals in the field
The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions are inspiring the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues around child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Recent faculty highlights include:
- Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.
- Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
- Member of the National Academy of Public Administration.
Learn security and counterterrorism from professionals in the field
The impressive faculty in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions are inspiring the next generation of public service leaders through real-world solutions to issues around child welfare, safety, city management, human trafficking and water scarcity. Recent faculty highlights include:
- Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.
- Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
- Member of the National Academy of Public Administration.
Apply to earn your certificate in homeland security
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions.
Earn your homeland certificate from one of the best schools in the nation
The Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions is a comprehensive public service college dedicated to addressing social problems through teaching, research and service. Our public service programs, from public policy, to social work, to criminal justice, to emergency management, are designed to help prepare our diverse student body to make a difference in the community.
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Tuition calculator
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
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