Rio Hondo’s Homeland Security Program prepares students who are interested in criminal justice focusing on terrorism and disaster relief. Professions in Homeland Security target in preventing terrorism and enhancing U.S. security. Students will learn how to enforce and administer U.S. laws. Skills developed during class will enhance the student’s ability by completing industry-recognized third-party Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) certification courses as part of each class in the core program. The Homeland Security Degree program is designed for First Responders, government officials, emergency managers as well as the citizen interested in personal and community safety and security.Professions in Homeland Security range from federal agencies to private sectors which include but not limited to…
- Coast Guard
- Immigration Services
- Secret Service
- Cybercrimes Agent (FBI)
- Civil Engineer (FEMA)…and more!
Rio Hondo provides four programs of study in Homeland Security. An Associates Degree can be obtained with either an Emphasis in Fire Technology or Emphasis in Administration of Justice. Two high unit certificates are offered– Homeland Security COA and Homeland Security: Planning and Administration COA.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
| Associate Of Science in Homeland Security:
Emphasis in Administration of Justice or Emphasis in Fire Tech |
Homeland Security Certificate of Achievement | Homeland Security: Planning and Administration Certificate of Achievement | |
| Total Units Needed: | 24-25 + General Education Requirements | 18-19 | 24 |
| Required Course/Course Title: | HMLD101- Introduction to Homeland Security
HMLD102- Introduction to Emergency Management HMLD103-Terrorism & Violence in Society HMLD104- Emergency Planning and Response HMLD105- Mitigating Hazard in Emergency Management Choose a minimum of 9 units from below **HMLD200- Foundations of Critical Infrastructure Protection **HMLD203- Homeland Security Leadership, Policy and Practice **HMLD205-Cybersecurity Policy and Practice OR AJ101- Introduction to Administration of Justice AJ102- Criminal Procedures AJ104- Legal Aspects of Evidence AJ105- Community Relations/Multicultural Issues within Public Service AJ106-*Criminal Law I AJ107-*Criminal Law II GIS281- Crime Mapping and Analysis OR FTEC101- Fire Protection Organization FTEC102- Principles of Fire & Emergency Services Safety & Survival FTEC103- Fire Behavior and Combustion FTEC104- Fire Prevention Technology FTEC105- Building Construction for Fire Protection FTEC106- Fire Protection Equipment and Systems WFT101- Wildland Fire Behavior WFT102- Wildland Fire Fighter Safety and Survival WFT103- Wildland Fire Operations WFT104- Wildland Fire Investigation, Prevention, and Public Info WFT105- Wildland Fire Logistics, Finance, and Planning |
HMLD101- Introduction to Homeland Security
HMLD102- Introduction to Emergency Management HMLD103- Terrorism & Violence in Society HMLD104- Emergency Planning & Response HMLD105- Mitigating Hazards in Emergency Management Choose one course from below AJ101- Introduction to Administration of Justice FTEC101- Fire Protection Organization WFT101- Wildland Fire Behavior GIS281- Crime Mapping and Analysis |
HMLD101- Introduction to Homeland Security
HMLD102- Introduction to Emergency Management HMLD103- Terrorism & Violence in Society HMLD104- Emergency Planning & Response HMLD105- Hazard Mitigation in Emergency Management HMLD200- Foundations of Critical Infrastructure Protection HMLD203- Homeland Security Leadership, Policy, and Practice HMLD205- Cybersecurity Policy and Practice |
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**Pending Curriculum and Chancellor’s Office Approval
*Requires a prerequisite class
For officers and civilians already serving in public safety careers, a certificate or degree can enhance your skill set with embedded FEMA Independent Study courses required for each homeland security class.
The program can also serve as a basis for re-skilling people looking for new career opportunities.
Please consult with your counselor for an appropriate general education plan and major course requirement plan. Visit our Public Safety Guided Pathways website below for additional information and sample plans of your major.
