The Associate of Arts in Weapons of Mass Destruction Preparedness at American Public University System provides you with a fundamental understanding of terrorism, terrorist weapons, security vulnerabilities, extremist groups, counterterrorism tactics, and national security.
Weapons of Mass Destruction Preparedness, Associate Degree
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 2 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee285 USD/creditTuition Fee285 USD/creditTuition Fee
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Overview
The U.S. military, government agencies, and defense contractors need knowledgeable individuals to help them plan for, deter, and recover from terrorist incidents.
This online associate degree in Weapons of Mass Destruction Preparedness at American Public University System helps you to prepare for a career as a security officer, law enforcement officer, or security specialist with organizations concerned with national security, public safety, and counterterrorism.
Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Recognize the threat to the U.S. posed by both domestic and international terrorist groups and state actors armed with weapons of mass destruction.
- Describe the threat posed to society by chemical agents.
- Relate the threat posed to society by biological agents.
- Identify the threat posed to society by radiological and nuclear terrorism.
- Review the use of detection and monitoring equipment and personal protection and decontamination practices for the first responder.
Detailed Programme Facts
- Deadline and start date A student can apply at any time for this programme, there is no deadline. More details:
Courses Start Monthly
- Programme intensity Part-time
- Average part-time duration 2 months
- Duration description
8-Week Program Format
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode Online
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Hazards
- Regulatory Issues in Weapons of Mass Destruction
- Introduction to Homeland Security and Defense
- Private Sector Homeland Security
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Port Security
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
6The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Minimum required score:
520The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
General Requirements
- All APU undergraduate programs require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e. GED).
- Please read all undergraduate admission requirements before applying to this program and be prepared to submit the required documentation.
- There is no fee to complete the APU admission application.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
285 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 285 USD per credit and a duration of 2 months. -
National Applies to you
285 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 285 USD per credit and a duration of 2 months.
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Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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