Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Emergency Management Principles Certificate encompasses the foundational knowledge necessary for the student to address successfully the threats or hazards facing organizations today. Students within the certificate examine issues that arise prior to, during, and after a disaster or emergency and develop disaster relief plans for local, municipal, and government agencies. This program is designed for students seeking entry-level exposure to the emergency management field, as well as for professionals in industries such as fire science, homeland security, and emergency response administration who are seeking to bolster their emergency management background.
After successfully completing this award, students will have completed the required prerequisite training for the Minnesota Emergency Manager and Critical Infrastructure Planner certifications through the Minnesota Department of Homeland Security and various prerequisites to attended training at the national level through the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium. Additionally, students who complete the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Professional Development Series will earn a certificate from FEMA.
Award Outcomes
Display a core understanding of emergency management theory and concepts
Identify the components of the incident management system and integrate into daily work assignments and emergency operations
Demonstrate principles and best practices in incident management
Explain the theory and history of critical infrastructure and homeland security and apply lessons learned to modern problem
Program Requirements
Technical Studies Required 12 Credits
| FRPT1250 | Incident Command for Emergency Services | 3 |
| FRPT1255 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
| FRPT2250 | Incident Command for Emergency Managers | 3 |
| FRPT2255 | Introduction to Homeland Security | 3 |
General Education Required 0 Credits
General Education Elective 0 Credits
Technical Studies Elective 4 Credits
Any Fire Protection (FRPT), Emergency Medical Services (EMSV), Peace Officer (POLC), or Public Works (PWRK) course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.
Total Occupational Certificate Credits 16
Semester Sequence
Offered at Eden Prairie Only
First Semester
| FRPT1250 | Incident Command for Emergency Services | 3 |
| FRPT1255 | Introduction to Emergency Management | 3 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 2 |
Second Semester
| FRPT2250 | Incident Command for Emergency Managers | 3 |
| FRPT2255 | Introduction to Homeland Security | 3 |
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| Technical Studies Electives | 2 |
Technical Studies Electives
Any Fire Protection (FRPT), Emergency Medical Services (EMSV), Peace Officer (POLC), or Public Works (PWRK) course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.
Choose a Total of: 4 Credits
Graduation (16 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
1/18/2023 : BP / EP 7433