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Homeland Security AAS Degree


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Schoolcraft program code # AAS.00252

Since September 11, 2001, the security industry has expanded rapidly. The United States Department of Homeland Security employs more than 180,000 individuals. Coupled with that, the private security industry employs nearly 1.5 million security personnel. The homeland security degree program is focused on providing students with a foundation of private and homeland security knowledge to build upon as a transfer to a specialty degree. The objectives of the homeland security associate degree program are to upgrade personnel employed in the security industry and to prepare students for full-time employment in this field. 

Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate of applied science degree.

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Contact the Public Safety Education office at 734-462-4747 for more information.

Sample Schedule of Courses


First Year


English Communication - Credits: 3

Select first General Education English Communication  course.

Social Science - Credits: 3-4

Select one:

Social Science - Credits: 3-4

Select General Education Social Science  course not already taken.

Total Credits: 15-17

Winter Semester


English Communication - Credits: 3

Select second General Education English Communication  course.

Total Credits: 15-17

Second Year


Total Credits: 15-16

Winter Semester


Total Credits: 15-16

Program Total: 60-67 Credits


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