Program Details
The bachelor’s degree in Public Safety Administration from FSW is designed for individuals who have earned an associate’s degree in a Public Safety discipline or an Associate of Arts degree with Public Safety electives. The program prepares students to become leaders and administrators in a variety of safety and security professions.
Students in this criminal justice administration online degree will use their background knowledge from working in the field to enhance their learning experience. Courses focus on subjects such as strategic planning, finance and budgeting, human resource management, and homeland security. Graduates can enjoy advancement opportunities in areas including law enforcement, fire services, corrections, emergency medical services, emergency management, and industrial security.
Topics studied as a part of this degree program include:
- Executive leadership
- Crisis and emergency management
- Technology in the public sector
- Community relations
- Public safety system integration
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Florida SouthWestern State College is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Associate DegreeRecommended GPA
2.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- Enrollment requires completion of an associate degree in a related field. Applicants without the minimum enrollment credits can apply to one of the school’s online associate pathway degrees.