Bachelors of Applied Science in Public Safety Administration

Credit Hours Required: 92-93

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Safety Administration prepares current and aspiring public safety professionals to lead with integrity, resilience, and innovation in a rapidly evolving world. The program fosters critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and collaborative leadership while emphasizing the integration of governance, policy, technology, and community engagement. Through applied learning and interdisciplinary coursework, graduates are equipped to enhance organizational effectiveness, advance community trust, and address complex challenges across fire services, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and legal professions.

Select a concentration to view the requirements:

• BAS in Public Safety Administration - Administration of Justice Concentration 
• BAS in Public Safety Administration - Fire Science Concentration 
• BAS in Public Safety Administration - Paralegal Studies Concentration  
• BAS in Public Safety Administration - Paramedicine Concentration 

Program Outcomes

1. Analyze the legal, ethical, and regulatory standards related to public safety organizations.
2. Apply ethical leadership skills to manage personnel, budgets, and organizational resources.
3. Demonstrate interagency collaboration skills to ensure public safety.
4. Apply emergency management principles to evaluate challenges and address complex events.
5. Assess leadership impacts on public safety organizations.
6. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills that relate to Public Safety.