The potential for disruption to everyday life is a real possibility at any time. These events can be natural, such as an earthquake, fire, or hurricane, or they can be man-made such as an accident, hazardous material exposure, or act of terrorism. Emergency plans and responses must be developed beforehand to help ensure the least possible impact on the welfare of those affected. Viewing all phases of response as an integrated system is a major theme that is examined throughout this specialty. The roles of emergency response teams, government agencies, businesses, private citizens, and citizen groups are addressed. A variety of strategies for mitigation and plans for recovery are evaluated and analyzed.
Students learn to:
• Compare and contrast plans and responses to various types of events and disasters
• Analyze leadership competence and necessary leadership skills
• Develop and analyze strategies to implement team solutions
• Present a model of effective communication within an emergency response and planning structure
• Plan and report on strategies for mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of an emergency response and planning strategy
Program Requirements
Total 24 credit hours
Speciality Courses - 16 qtr. hrs
Further Study - 8 qtr. hrs
Admissions Requirements
Candidates for this graduate certificate are evaluated based on the following criteria:
A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education is required.
Additional requirements exist for non-U.S Citizens or non-native English speakers who wish to pursue a certificate.
Students who meet admissions requirements for a master’s degree can apply credits from a certificate toward a master’s degree.
Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you’ll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to future success.
Jennifer Darling
Vice President of Philanthropy, The Children’s Hospital Foundation
Bonnie Downing
Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Carol E. Miyagishima
University of Colorado, Boulder Director, Leadership Residential Academic Program at Williams Village
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Kevin Raines
Principal, Corona Research
David Frostman
Vice President , Strategic Initiatives Stellar Solutions, Inc.
Major General in Air Force Reserve
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