Clackamas Community College now offers a one-year certificate and a two-year degree in the high-demand field of emergency management. 

These programs are designed to prepare students for leadership roles in emergency preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery. With instruction from professionals in the field, students will gain critical skills in communication, coordination, planning and decision-making during crises. 

Program overview 

The Emergency Management Professional AAS degree is a two-year program that prepares graduates for careers managing emergency operations, coordinating resources and leading response teams across public, private and nonprofit sectors. 

The Emergency Management Professional Certificate is a one-year program focused on foundational knowledge and applied skills for entry-level roles in the field. The certificate can serve as a standalone credential or be applied toward the associate degree. 

Meeting a growing need 

As communities across the region and nation face increasing natural disasters, public health threats and complex emergencies, the need for trained emergency management professionals continues to grow. These new programs were developed in response to industry demand and community resilience priorities. 

“Communities rely on individuals who can organize, lead and respond effectively in critical moments,” Kari Nixon, emergency management program director, said. “These programs give students the tools they need to make a real impact when disaster strikes.”