Homeland Security
The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) homeland security faculty focus on converting theory and awareness into pragmatic strategies to help students develop informed responses to the threat of terrorism.
Our program provides students with a comprehensive overview of terrorism and various international, national, and historical examples to better understand this complex problem. We emphasize the public, private, and legal responses to threats and specific skills designed to help students respond strategically to real situation emergencies.
A certificate in homeland security from WCCCD prepares you for work as:
- Detectives
- Police Officers
What’s the Job Outlook for Police and Detectives?
Employment of police and detectives is projected to grow 5 percent from 2018 to 2028, as fast as the average for all occupations. Continued interest in public safety will lead to new openings for officers; however, jobs may be competitive, depending on location.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, May 2020, Police and Detectives, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/protectiveservice/police-and-detectives.htm
What’s Required to Complete the Homeland Security Program?
A certificate in homeland security from WCCCD requires 30 credits to complete.
As a homeland security student at WCCCD, you’ll take courses required for a law enforcement major.
Some students matriculate to a law enforcement program to then transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their AAS. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
How Long Does it Take to Earn a Homeland Security Certificate?
Most homeland security students take two semesters (1 year) to complete certificate-required courses.
What Will I Learn as a Homeland Security Student?
WCCCD homeland security students learn about the public, private, and legal responses to threats and specific skills designed to help you respond strategically to real situation emergencies. Courses cover a wide range of topics, including terrorism, intelligence, and medical first responder.
Recommended course sequence:
Where is WCCCD’s Homeland Security Program Offered?
The Homeland Security program is offered at our Downriver Campus. The campus also offers classes for other law enforcement-focused certificates and degrees.
As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Educational Affairs Contact Information
Phone: 313-496-2600
Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu
