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Bachelor's in Emergency Management

Advance Your Skillset in Emergency Management

Moreno Valley College is proud to introduce California's first public Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management. Offered through MVC’s School of Public Safety, this groundbreaking degree meets a vital need in the growing field of emergency management and is a direct response to state and regional workforce demands.

How to Apply Tuition and Fees

At a Glance

  • 120 total units

  • Transfer-friendly

  • Stackable with MVC associate degrees

  • $130 per unit (additional fees may apply)

  • Capstone or internship required

Why choose MVC?

  • Only public bachelor’s in emergency management in California
  • Affordable path to a four-year degree
  • Designed for working professionals and career starters
  • Stackable, career-ready pathway
  • Aligned with California job requirements (AB-89)
  • High-demand careers
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Prepare for a Leadership Role

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Required Learning

Over 80% of California’s public agencies require a bachelor’s degree for entry-level emergency management roles. MVC is one of the few public institutions offering a four-year degree path focused on this field.
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Flexible Career Options

Whether you’re advancing from MVC's associate programs or entering directly into upper-division study, this bachelor’s degree will open the door to high-growth careers across government, healthcare, public safety, and private industry.
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Training from the Ground Up

MVC's stackable credentials in emergency management allow students to enter at any stage—from beginner to working professional—and continue building toward a meaningful, impactful career in emergency management.

Requirements and Major Preparation

To complete your college enrollment process, make sure you:

To complete your bachelor's in emergency management program application, prepare the following in advance:

  • An updated professional resume listing all experience (PDF or Word format)
  • Unofficial transcripts (PDF format)
  • A short statement describing why you are interested in this program

Are you interested in being part of the initial fall 2026 bachelor's of science in emergency management cohort? Start planning for your admission now. To apply to the program, you will need these prerequisites completed:

  1. Completion with a “C” or better at least 60 lower division semester units, including: 
    • Meet the General Education requirements as listed in the college catalog
    • HLS-1 Introduction to Homeland Security and Terrorism (3)
    • HLS-101 Introduction to Emergency Management (3)
  2. At least 15 additional units selected from: 
    • HLS-2 Preparedness for Emergencies, Disasters and Homeland Security Incidents (3)
    • HLS-3 Response to Emergencies, Disasters and Homeland Security Incidents (3)
    • HLS-4 Recovery in Emergencies, Disasters and Homeland Security Incidents (3)
    • GEG-8 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems with Lab (3)
    • BUS-77A Introduction to Project Management (4)
    • PSF-8 Public Administration for Public Safety Leaders (3)
    • SOC-1/H Introduction to Sociology/Honors (3)
    • PSYC-C1000/H Introduction to Psychology/Honors (3)
    • Statistics Course (choose one):
      • STAT-C1000/H Introduction to Statistics/Introduction to Statistics/Honors (4)
      • PSYC-48/SOC-48 Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4)

Enter the Bachelor's Program

  • 1

    Apply to Moreno Valley College

    First complete your Moreno Valley College online application and onboarding process. Your application is free.
  • 2

    Submit Your Bachelor's Program Application

    Once you're enrolled, complete the short online application form to request admission to the Emergeny Management bachelor's of science program.
    What You'll Need
    Prepare your updated resume, unofficial transcripts, and a short statement about why you're interested in the program.
  • 3

    Apply for Financial Aid

    You're still eligible for many financial aid benefits, so it's worth it to apply for aid. Understand your options, and start on your FAFSA as soon as your college application is in.
    Keep in Mind
    Federal Pell Grants assist with undergraduate tution, while the California College Promise Grant will cover a portion of your tuiition (up to $46 per unit).
  • 4

    Speak to an Academic Counselor

    Staying on track is essential, so meet with an academic counselor regularly to ensure you on pace to graduate, receive credit for any transfer coursework, and are prepared to transition into the workforce.
  • 5

    Register for Classes

    Get familiar with MyPortal, and check the class schedule to pick the courses right for your availability.
    Need help?
    Educational Resource Advisors can help you complete key college tasks.

Industry Endorsement

MVC's Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management is designed around real-world standards and built in collaboration with leading emergency response agencies.

  • Association of Riverside County Chiefs of Police and Sheriff (ARCCOPS)
  • California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
  • California Emergency Services Association (CESA)
  • Region 9 – International Association of Emergency Managers
  • Riverside County Emergency Management Department
  • Riverside County Fire Department
  • Riverside County Fire Chiefs Association
  • Riverside County Fire Training Officers Association
  • San Bernardino County Office of Emergency Services
  • Southern California Tribal Emergency Management and Homeland Security Project

Program Highlights

MVC offers comprehensive courses and training in a wide range of emergency management topics, covering advanced planning to disaster recovery, security, leadership and ethics, policy, technology, and more.

Review Required Courses

  • Identify and assess natural, manmade, and technological threats
  • Demonstrate leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Effectively prepare for and manage disaster scenarios
  • Understand the professional scope and ethical responsibilities of emergency managers
  • Evaluate how social, political, and cultural dynamics impact emergency response
  • Apply research and data to improve emergency management strategies
  • Master communication skills vital to crisis response and interagency coordination
  • Design and assess emergency exercises to improve readiness and response
  • Project Management
  • Leadership and Ethics in Public Safety
  • Crisis and Public Communications
  • Writing for Government
  • Public Health and Disasters
  • Science of Natural Disasters
  • Information Systems in Emergency Management
  • Grants Management
  • Human Resources in Public Safety
  • Whole Community Response
  • Research Methods and Data Analysis
  • Emergency Exercise Design and Evaluation
  • Public Policy and Administration

 

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