Certificate in Explosive Ordnance Disposal
American Public University System

Program Details

Law enforcement, military, and government contractors interested in becoming bomb disposal technicians can pursue this Certificate in Explosive Ordnance Disposal online from American Public University System.

The curriculum covers the science, history, construction, and handling of explosive substances. Students will learn proper disposal techniques and incident assessment in this online homeland security certification program. Classes describe the basic electrical circuitry used in triggering and controlling standard explosive devices and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Areas of study in this certification program include:

  • Physics
  • Regulatory issues in weapons of mass destruction
  • Chemistry of explosives
  • Explosive incident assessment methods, practices, and protocols

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

American Public University System is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score