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What you will study

Learn theories and gain practical knowledge related to terrorism and those who commit it in the University of Central Missouri鈥檚 Terrorism and Homeland Security certificate program.

On the practical side, you get a strong foundation in homeland security strategies, preparedness, how to minimize the effects of an attack and how to recover from an event. What鈥檚 more, get a better grasp of the government agencies involved in those activities and their roles.

On the theoretical side, develop an understanding of the criminological theories about terrorism overall, as well as within the context of other countries. You鈥檒l also learn how related policies get developed based on how the public and legislature react to terrorist events.

Take the following courses in as little as one year to complete the undergraduate certificate鈥檚 program requirements: 

• Comparative Justice Systems
• Introduction to Criminal Justice GE
• Homeland Security
• Terrorism

 

 

Unique learning opportunities in the Terrorism and Homeland Security certificate program

What makes a UCM education exceptional is our focus on providing students with learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Enhance your learning outcomes in the Terrorism and Homeland Security certificate program in the following ways:

• Undergraduate research: Work with a faculty member on a research project to get a deeper look into the subject matter. Research projects help you build a relationship with faculty and learn more about research methods in the field.
• Internships: Get experience in your field of interest through an internship. The Criminal Justice and Criminology discipline鈥檚 internship coordinator can help you find a placement that matches your career goals with your interests.
• Faculty mentorships: Meet regularly with a faculty mentor who shares your focus on homeland security and the criminal justice field. Faculty members help you develop an educational plan, prepare for an interview and may even recommend you for jobs.
• Study tours: Take advantage of unique study tours, including the New York City Domestic Study Tour and Oklahoma City Tour. As part of the New York City Domestic Tour, students visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, learn about how the event shaped counterterrorism policy, and visit iconic New York City locations like the Statue of Liberty. Students who participate in the Oklahoma City Tour will visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum and other key offices such as the local FBI office and U.S. District Court office. 

 

What can you do with an undergraduate certificate in Terrorism and Homeland Security from UCM?

Stand out for a promotion at your current place of employment. Make yourself more marketable for an entry-level job in the law enforcement field. Give yourself the extra skills needed to jump from one law enforcement agency to another. 

The practical and theoretical knowledge gained in UCM鈥檚 Terrorism and Homeland Security certificate program prepares you for success in emergency management, large metropolitan law enforcement agencies and government organizations such as:

• Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• U.S. Border Patrol
• U.S. Capitol Police
• U.S. Secret Service

Careers in the field of terrorism and homeland security

Using the tool below, explore career options, salary details, job openings and more related to law enforcement specializing in terrorism and homeland security.

 

 

Financial assistance options for your Terrorism and Homeland Security undergraduate certificate

The University of Central Missouri is an affordable place to earn an undergraduate certificate. We offer university scholarships, grants, loans and other financial aid options to make getting a college education a possibility for everyone. With our wide array of options to help you finance your education, LendEDU has ranked UCM as a top-ranked university for low student debt.

Look for additional scholarship opportunities available to those also completing an undergraduate degree program. Refer to your undergraduate major program page for more information. You can learn more about program-specific scholarships at the UCM Scholarship Finder.