PUBLIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants seeking admission to Seminole State College’s bachelor’s degree programs must comply with the College’s General Admissions procedures. In addition, students must meet the following program-specific requirements listed below prior to being accepted into upper-division coursework:
1. Completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution. Students who have earned a minimum 60 college credit hours from any regionally accredited institution may request to have their admission reviewed and determined by the department review committee.
2. A GPA of 2.0 or higher
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Correctional Treatment Specialist
• Emergency Medical Services Administration Command Staff
• Fire Department Administration Command Staff
• Fire Inspector
• Fire Marshal
• First-Line Supervisor of Firefighting and Prevention Workers
CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROFESSIONS
AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE : $24.28*
FIRE SCIENCE PROFESSIONS
AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE : $30.97*
EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE : $30.97*
• First-Line Supervisor of Police and Detectives
• Forensic Science Technician
• Paramedic
• Police and Sheriff’s Office Administration Command Staff
• Probation Officer
• Security Director
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Safety Administration provides students with the knowledge and interpersonal skills to enter an in-demand, high skill, workforce-based career with managementlevel opportunities in law enforcement, corrections, emergency medical services and fire science. The curriculum focuses on skills related to public safety policy, disaster preparedness, critical infrastructure protection, emergency planning and the fundamentals of public safety management. Coursework will include real-world scenarios to heighten students’ critical thinking to work in partnership with all areas of public safety. Graduates of this program will be prepared for employment in local, state and federal governments, educational institutions, and within the private sector. For more information visit sem.st/psa-bs
SPECIALIZATIONS
Earning this bachelor’s degree with a related specialization is also beneficial to current public safety professionals who may be seeking incentive benefits or career advancement in their field.
• Criminal Justice
• Emergency Medical Services
• Fire Science
See specialization descriptions on back.
WHY SEMINOLE STATE?
• Unique program: One-of-a-kind degree for Central Florida geared to train future leaders across a variety of agencies
• Industry-driven curriculum: Courses developed with input from the regional public safety (law enforcement, EMS and fire science) community
• Online degree: Degree offered 100% online, so you can study when and where you want
• Dedicated faculty: Quality instruction from faculty with industry experience as well as academic credentials
• Affordable tuition: Significantly lower costs than Florida’s universities
• Small class sizes: most classes have fewer than 30 students.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PUBLIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
SPECIALIZATIONS
• Criminal Justice: This specialization explores the purpose and processes of the criminal justice system as well as the local, state and federal agencies students will be working in and with as criminal justice professionals. Students will receive a broad knowledge of three primary areas of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, court systems and corrections. Graduates of this program will be prepared for careers in the criminal justice system, such as law enforcement, corrections, probation, private security, and other criminal justice fields.
• Emergency Medical Services: This specialization is tailored for students interested in a career in EMS leadership and management. As the field of EMS continues to grow and change, leaders and educators with a background in emergency medicine are needed to help shape the future of EMS. The curriculum is modeled on the federal Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) recommended course learning outcomes.
• Fire Science: This specialization is customized for students interested in higher learning in the organization and administration processes required in fire protection services. The degree path builds on fire science education to support career advancement and the development of leadership, analytical and management skills. The curriculum is modeled on the federal Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) recommended course learning outcomes.
