Administration of Justice: Emergency Management for Public Safety Personnel
Certificate of Achievement Public Safety Programs · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Certificate of Achievement in Emergency Management for Public Safety Personnel prepares students for careers in protecting national security and safeguarding public safety in the face of evolving threats. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students gain knowledge and practical skills in emergency management, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and counterterrorism. This program emphasizes critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and effective communication within the context of homeland security operations. Students will learn to assess risks, develop response strategies, and implement security measures to address various security threats, including terrorism, natural disasters, and cyber attacks. Internship opportunities provide hands-on experience in real-world settings, while faculty expertise and industry partnerships ensure relevance and currency in the field. This program also provides a pathway to further education in Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Cybersecurity, and related fields.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Explain legal and ethical considerations as they apply to emergency management.
- Identify relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that govern homeland security operations.
- Apply the principles and concepts of emergency management and planning.
- Discuss emergency management, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and counter-terrorism.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Foundational Required Courses | 15 | |
| CS 160 | US-Mexican International Border | 3 |
| AJ 153 | Contemporary Issues in Homeland Security | 3 |
| AJ 100 | Introduction To Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJ 151 | Introduction to Homeland Security | 3 |
| AJ 152 | Emergency Management and Planning for Public Safety Officials | 3 |
| Procedural Courses | 3 | |
| Choose 1 | 3 | |
| AJ 101 | Criminal Evidence | 3 |
| orAJ 104 | Criminal Law | 3 |
| orAJ 102 | Criminal Procedures | 3 |
| orAJ 110 | Basic Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| orAJ 103 | Community and the Justice System | 3 |
| orAJ 106 | Ethics in Administration of Justice | 3 |
| orAJ 141 | Enforcement Psychology | 3 |
| Total | 18 | |