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On-Campus

120

Credit Hours

Next Start Date: October 20th

Lead in Crisis: Online Program in Homeland Security & Emergency Management

If you’re driven to protect national security and support communities during emergencies, this program equips you to lead with confidence. Gain federal-level oversight skills to shape both proactive and responsive strategies in homeland security and emergency management. You’ll build expertise in areas like crisis communications, risk assessment, disaster recovery logistics, and border security operations—all while completing your studies 100% online.

What You'll Gain from the HSEM Program

  • Gain End-to-End Emergency Management Expertise
    Understand and apply all phases of the emergency management lifecycle—from preparedness and mitigation to response and recovery—in real-world scenarios.

 

  • Develop Strategic and Legal Insight
    Assess emerging threats, craft proactive solutions, and navigate the legal frameworks that shape homeland security and crisis response.

 

  • Coordinate Response Across All Levels
    Learn to plan and lead emergency operations using nationally recognized protocols at the local, state, and federal levels.

Career Outlook

12,400

Jobs in U.S.
(2023)

$86,130

Median Pay
(2023)

4%

Estimated Job Growth
(2023-33)

*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Carson-Newman University cannot guarantee employment. Salary data represents averaged earnings for the occupations listed and includes workers at all levels of education and experience.

Why Carson-Newman?

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Learn on Your Schedule.

At Carson-Newman, we support you through programs that help you balance your life, family, and faith while you learn. With online and hybrid options, you can pursue your education on your terms.

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Become Career Ready.

You don’t have to pause your current life to advance your education or career. With us, you benefit from immersive, experiential learning and meaningful connections with students and faculty who share your determination and values.

 

 

 

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We work with students with all types of financial needs to make their education affordable. Our financial aid counselors are here to help you understand your options, so you can focus on reaching your potential.

 

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Your education can be the connection to your next chapter through internships, research opportunities, and spiritual mentorships. We offer a wide variety of student services throughout your education that can prepare you for what’s next.

 

 

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Carson-Newman’s mission as Christian educators is to help students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant-leaders.

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