EMT degrees, such as the American Military University's Bachelor in Arts in Emergency and Disaster Management, teach students about the nature of disasters and large-scale catastrophic events, and the methods used to manage them. Courses included in this degree program include Special Operations in Emergency Medical Services, Public Policy, Psychology and Introduction to Meteorology. The teachers at the American Military University have a background and credentials in forensics, anti-terrorism, rapid deployment and certification by the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).
The Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Management is designed especially for students who earned their Associate of Applied Science from an accredited community college and are interested in a career as a professional emergency manager. It has been offered by the Arizona State University's Polytechnic campus since 1998. The program includes courses in environmental management, toxicology and biohazards for emergency managers, and managing natural and technological disasters.
The Arkansas Tech University has offered the Bachelor of Science Degree in Emergency Administration and Management since 1997. The program is designed to provide graduates with the basics of emergency management as well as an understanding of the interdisciplinary skills needed in emergency planning and management. This degree focuses on the four major areas of emergency management: preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery.
The Bachelor of Science in Emergency Readiness and Response Management is offered by the National Labor College. The program is designed for union members working in Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Homeland Security, Fire Safety and other public emergency response units. This degree focuses on providing training in modern terrorism, Homeland Security organization and civil liberties issues.