The Public Safety Administration program at CVCC challenged me and prepared me for real-life emergency situations. I feel ready to serve and protect my community with confidence.
Public Safety Administration – Emergency and Fire Management Services
Prepare to lead and manage fire and emergency services operations across public and private sectors.
Catawba Valley Community College’s Public Safety Administration – Emergency and Fire Management Services program prepares students for leadership and administrative roles within fire and emergency management organizations. The program emphasizes technical, managerial, and operational aspects of public safety leadership, providing a foundation for effective decision-making in high-stakes emergency environments.
Students explore public safety administration, interagency operations, incident management, emergency planning, and crisis leadership. Coursework also includes public budgeting, personnel supervision, and administrative law, while integrating previously earned certifications such as firefighter, emergency management, or hazardous materials credentials.
Graduates develop the skills and knowledge needed to coordinate complex emergency responses, oversee personnel and resources, and contribute to the planning and management of public safety operations.
Program Information
Please see the catalog for more information about the degree option in this curriculum.
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) allows a student who earns the Associate degree with no grade lower than a “C” to be guaranteed admission to at least one of the UNC system schools as a Junior ;and make a smooth transition for maximum credit transfer.
Some Associate in Applied Science degrees may transfer in full or in part to a four-year school. CVCC has agreements with certain schools to accept the AAS degree in a 2 + 2 arrangement (subject to change).
Important Note:
- As always, it is imperative that a student at CVCC should be in full conversation with the senior school before selecting and completing a program of study at CVCC.
If you are interested in a Public Safety program, please complete the interest form.
This form helps CVCC connect you with the right program options, advising support, and tuition-waived opportunities when eligible. Completing the form does not require enrollment, it simply starts the conversation and provide personalized guidance based on your goals.
Contacts
Rusty Graham, Department Head - Fire Protection Technology/Emergency Management Programs
Health and Public Services Innovation Center
828-327-7000 ext. 4903
CVCC Alumni
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