Homeland Security and Public Safety Overview

Homeland Security and Public Safety - Overview

The field of Homeland Security and Public Safety has grown tremendously as a result of the tragic events caused by terrorists on September 11, 2001. The passing of the Patriot Act in 2001 and especially the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 have triggered the commitment of substantial personnel and financial resources to keep our citizens and communities safe.

New jobs were created in the both the private and public sector at the local, state and national levels. Specifically, the need for security professionals trained to analyze intelligence data and expose potential threats grew dramatically.

The Bachelor of Science in Homeland Security and Public Safety at Herzing University Online prepares students to meet the needs of today’s employers. By providing a solid curriculum based on Homeland Security and Public Safety and Criminal Justice, graduates have the knowledge to:

Reveal potential security threats
Recognize terrorist attack group methods, ideologies, and operations
Analyze intelligence
Respond to and manage critical incidents
Prevent and control fire
Recognize suspicious individuals and activities
Assess and address an organization’s safety and terrorism risks
Investigate incidents
Collect evidence

Homeland Security and Public Safety — Is it for you?

Homeland Security and Public Safety specialists typically interact with groups of people and therefore need strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must have a keen sense of observation to take note of any unusual activities or changes in their surroundings, and be able to recognize strange or suspicious behavior in people and animals.

Professionals in this field should be honest and conduct themselves with integrity and impartiality. Most occupations have a clearly defined reporting hierarchy, so respect for authority and superiors is important. Many positions require U.S. citizenship, drug screening, and background check or security clearance in order to apply.

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