Emergency Management Certificate

The Emergency Management Certificate provides students with a broad education in emergency management. Focuses on preparedness and the skills needed to organize and lead emergency management operations.

After completing the required FEMA IS prerequisites, students enroll in the following courses: EMGT 115, EMGT 125, EMGT 135, EMGT 215, EMGT 225, EMGT 235. Students must earn a grade of 'C' or better in these EMGT courses. These are FCC online courses offered during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. 

Convert FEMA IS prerequisites to Frederick Community College (FCC) credits directly via the Credit Conversion Program.

Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:

• Demonstrate the skillsets needed to work effectively in an Emergency Management organization.
• Demonstrate the oral and written communication ability to work effectively in an Emergency Management organization.
• Demonstrate the leadership ability to work effectively in an Emergency Management organization.
• Assist with the production of Emergency Management Exercises.
• Provide leadership and direction to volunteers and professionals in an Emergency Management organization.
• Communicate information about Emergency Management procedures and process to the public.

Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.

Program Pathway