Bachelor of Science in
Emergency Services

For students passionate about making a difference in critical situations like emergencies and natural disasters and are seeking a flexible learning environment that allows them to prioritize their career, a degree in Emergency Services from Embry-Riddle may be a great fit.

Focusing on subjects like fire protection, emergency medical services and health and safety management, this degree will prepare students for real-world challenges in the field and help them develop a mindset of leadership and ethical consideration.

Industry Partnerships & Accreditation

• The curriculum design for this degree is based on the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Model Curriculum for a bachelor’s degree.
• The program is part of the Air University-Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative (AU-ABC Category I). If students have an associate degree in Fire Science and Emergency Management from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), they can easily transition to this bachelor's program by completing no more than 60 semester hours beyond their CCAF degree

Notable Employers of Alumni

• Public and private sectors

Transfer Credit

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Estimated Costs

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Campuses Offering Degree

• Worldwide & Online Campus

Specializations

• Aviation Emergency Management: Learn about aviation safety, emergency response principles and risk management specific to aviation incidents.
• Fire and Emergency Services: Study fire behavior, suppression techniques and prevention strategies while enhancing leadership and management skills.

Consider the following degrees:

• B.S. in Aviation and Aerospace Safety
• B.S. in Homeland Security
• B.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

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