Graduate Certificate in Advanced Emergency Management
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Graduate Certificate in Advanced Emergency Management at a Glance
Communities rely on teams of qualified professionals to prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potential and actual natural disasters, manmade disasters, and acts of terrorism. Prepare yourself for a rewarding career in the public or private sector with a graduate certificate in Advanced Emergency Management from the Tulane School of Professional Advancement. Our program draws heavily from the expertise developed in New Orleans, a municipality that has significant experience in planning for and dealing with natural disasters.
TIME
Earn your graduate certificate in just four courses or 12 credit hours.
FACULTY
Nationally recognized faculty who practice what they teach and help you succeed beyond the classroom.
LOCATION
Flexible online courses that match your schedule. Accelerate your career without putting your life on pause.
BENEFITS
Course credit for experience and 20% tuition discounts available.
ADMISSIONS
Rolling admissions. No test scores. No recommendations. Four start dates. We make the admission process easy.
Advanced Emergency Management Certificate Requirements
Students interested in furthering their emergency management skillsets can also pursue an Advanced Emergency Management certificate, which includes assessment, planning, and communication protocols tailored toward the elevated study of crisis management procedures.
Upgrade to a Master's in Emergency Management
With SoPA's 100% online Emergency Management certificates, you can prepare for a rewarding new career or elevate your current expertise. You'll receive an award-winning education from a prestigious university while increasing your opportunities and income potential. The courses in these graduate certificates are valuable to any ambitious professional, and the credits you earn can be applied toward a Master of Professional Studies in Emergency Management if you choose to further your education. Explore helpful resources shared by our Emergency Management staff by visiting our YouTube playlist.
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Your Future in Emergency Management
However you envision your future in emergency studies, let SoPA help you get there. Prepare yourself for a variety of leadership roles in the industry, such as an emergency management director, business continuity planner, training coordinator, safety manager, and much more. You'll be equipped with the tools and practical knowledge needed to develop and implement critical emergency management initiatives.
Faculty Who Practice What They Teach
By day, our professors are leaders in the fields of intelligence, security, and emergency response. They bring their daily experience to the classroom to ensure you are learning real-world professional skills to further your career. Industry leaders serving on program advisory boards ensure faculty teach relevant curriculum connected to the real-world.
Discover the Flexibility of Online Learning
Because we offer these graduate certificates entirely online, you can take courses at your own pace. You'll collaborate with other students all over the world who are dedicated to supporting their communities and advancing their careers.
You don't need to put your life on hold to pursue new professional opportunities, even if you're currently working full-time. Take the next step in your career by starting your application to SoPA today.
Admissions Deadlines
Spring Semester
Summer Session I
Summer Session II
Fall Semester
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