Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security / Public Health Preparedness
Pennsylvania State University

Program Details

The online MPS in Homeland Security / Public Health Preparedness degree program from Pennsylvania State University is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to respond efficiently and effectively to natural and man-made disasters. Ideal for federal, state, and local emergency management officials, public health practitioners, health care providers, hospital administrators and managers, and first responders, this programs covers topics such as:

  • Public Health Preparedness for Disaster & Terrorist Emergencies
  • Public Health Evaluation of Disasters & Bioterrorism
  • Critical Infrastructure Protection of Health Care Delivery Systems
  • Disaster Communication
  • Crisis, Disaster & Risk Management

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Pennsylvania State University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent