Associate to Bachelors Degree

Associate to Bachelors in Private Security

In the Private Security program, students focus on protecting individuals, organizations, and assets. The curriculum covers security risk assessment, threat mitigation, and the use of technology in se...

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

14

Total Courses

84 Hours

Credit Hours

$24,000

Total Cost

Private Security

Program Overview

In the Private Security program, students focus on protecting individuals, organizations, and assets. The curriculum covers security risk assessment, threat mitigation, and the use of technology in security management. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in corporate security, private investigation, and security consulting, contributing to the safety of diverse sectors.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Admission Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Course Curriculum by Modules

Explore our comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

01

Module 1: Core Courses

8 courses in this module

CJ-125
Introduction to Criminology

This course provides a sociological perspective on crime and criminal justice by treating social str...

Course Overview

This course provides a sociological perspective on crime and criminal justice by treating social structure and social inequality as central themes in the study of crime and major factors in society's treatment of criminals.

SS-126
Sociology

Sociology is a comprehensive course that offers you a global perspective to help you better understa...

Course Overview

Sociology is a comprehensive course that offers you a global perspective to help you better understand your own lives, provides strong focus on social diversity that allows you to see the impact of race, class, and gender, and focuses

CJ-448
Corrections

This course examines corrections from an academic view and from those who are at the center of the s...

Course Overview

This course examines corrections from an academic view and from those who are at the center of the system. It includes correctional history and theory, yet concentrates on what professionals do, why they do it, and the challenges they face every day.

CJ-493
Issues in Criminal Justice

This course contextualizes current events within the criminal justice literature. Highlighting a var...

Course Overview

This course contextualizes current events within the criminal justice literature. Highlighting a variety of high-interest issues, it explains you how recent happenings relate to criminal justice studies.

CJ-519
Criminal Procedures

This course explains the procedural aspects of the criminal justice system systematically, making th...

Course Overview

This course explains the procedural aspects of the criminal justice system systematically, making the concepts easy to apply to any state’s specific procedural laws and procedures systematically.

CJ-585
Investigation

This course presents crime detection as a dynamic field relying heavily on the past experiences of i...

Course Overview

This course presents crime detection as a dynamic field relying heavily on the past experiences of investigators as well as recent practical and technological innovations.

LLS-642
Introduction to Laws

This course builds the procedural knowledge and real-world skills needed for today’s paralegal. It p...

Course Overview

This course builds the procedural knowledge and real-world skills needed for today’s paralegal. It places an emphasis on profession and skills. Places an emphasis on basic foundations including: developing critical thinking and procedural skills; learning about technology applications in law office; and understanding how to handle ethical situations in workplace.

CJ-720
Comparative Criminal Justice Systems

This course makes the comparative approach far more understandable and accessible, helping you recog...

Course Overview

This course makes the comparative approach far more understandable and accessible, helping you recognize the growing importance of an international perspective. It organizes key concepts in a sequence that you will already find familiar; progressing from issues of law to the agencies of police, courts, and corrections.

02

Module 2: Specialized Courses

6 courses in this module

PRS-151
Fundamentals of Protection and Safety

This course covers fundamental issues and first principles of security and protection assurance. The...

Course Overview

This course covers fundamental issues and first principles of security and protection assurance. The course will look at the security and protection policies, models and mechanisms related to security and security systems.

PRS-199
Security and Technology

This course introduces you to the impact of technology on the practice of public safety and security...

Course Overview

This course introduces you to the impact of technology on the practice of public safety and security. You will study the principal information technology functions performed by public safety and security practitioners and evaluate the resulting benefits and technological problems.

PRS-266
Introduction to Private Security

This course introduces the basic principles, practices, and concepts of security and safety. It also...

Course Overview

This course introduces the basic principles, practices, and concepts of security and safety. It also offers a study of the fundamental functions and responsibilities of security personnel as it relates to workplace security efforts, as well as the role of outside entities and agencies.

PRS-423
Proactive Security

This course discusses the proactive measures that can be taken for the security. These topics includ...

Course Overview

This course discusses the proactive measures that can be taken for the security. These topics include Proactive Security Planning, Legal Issues in Security Administration, Securing Assets, Emergency Management and Human Resource Management in Security Services.

PRS-541
Introduction to Homeland Security

This is an introductory course covering the relationship of homeland security and criminal justice a...

Course Overview

This is an introductory course covering the relationship of homeland security and criminal justice agencies as it impacts public safety and security. You will be introduced to salient issues regarding the interconnection of the homeland security mission and the roles of criminal justice agencies at the local, state, and federal.

PRS-706
Fundamentals of Terrorism

This course analyzes the interaction of terrorism and violence as they relate to public safety and s...

Course Overview

This course analyzes the interaction of terrorism and violence as they relate to public safety and security. You will examine various aspects of domestic and international terrorist organizations from behavioral and organizational perspectives to: explain their existence, generate strategies to combat them, and protect the public from their assaults.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$24,000

Complete program cost including all fees

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Detailed Cost Breakdown

Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$24,000
Financial Aid Available

Multiple financing options and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours Required

84 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

14 total courses in the program

Application Process

1
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2
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3
Evaluation

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4
Decision

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