Certificate of Achievement in Homeland Security (Certificate)
Merritt College
Oakland, CA
The Homeland Security Certificate of Achievement provides foundational knowledge of local, national and international security. The program examines national security threats related to domestic and international terrorism while exploring the roles and responsibilities of local and national security agencies when preparing for emergencies. The program is designed to prepare students for employment in entry-level and advanced positions in public and private security sectors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Career opportunities may include TSA Officer, Security Guard, Port Security, School Security, Bank Guard, Company Guard, Hospital Guard, and Mall Security. Successful completion of the Security Guard course, the attainment of a Guard Card, and completion of the California Powers to Arrest Exam allow immediate entry into the security field.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
🗸 Describe the history of terrorism and homeland security.
🗸 Describe the roles and responsibilities of various homeland security agencies.
🗸 Solve problems as an individual and in a coordinated team setting.
🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of technology on countering threats to security