Bachelors Degree

Bachelors Degree 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...

4 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

24

Total Courses

144 Hours

Credit Hours

$72,000

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

4 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: General Courses

10 courses in this module

B-057
Introduction to the Humanities

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical per...

Course Overview

The course explores philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. Topics include myth, literature, art, music, television, cinema, and the theater. Also discussed are provocative issues in the humanities - religion, morality, happiness, death, freedom, and controversies in the arts.

AAS-085
Social and Cultural Geography

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding soci...

Course Overview

Social and Cultural Geography considers why geography matters to the analysis and understanding social relations, cultural identity and social inequality. Course examines how social life is structured at a variety of scales with respect to ethnicity, industries, services, urban patterns, and resources of world as a whole.

B-158
English Composition

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and prof...

Course Overview

English Composition provides you with rhetorical foundations that prepare them for academic and professional writing. You will learn the strategies and processes that successful writers employ as you work to accomplish specific purposes. You will develop skills in writing unified, coherent, well-developed essays using correct grammar and effective sentence structure.

B-200
College Algebra

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the...

Course Overview

College Algebra provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function; and the ability to solve practical problems using algebra.

B-336
World Religions

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping...

Course Overview

World Religions course offers the broadest coverage of world religions as they exist today; helping you understand the ideology behind the many religions that strive today. While it is impossible to cover all religions, it does cover those of the vast majority of people.

AAS-370
Ethics

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical t...

Course Overview

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. This course examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.

B-460
Art Appreciation

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the rela...

Course Overview

This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, you should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media.

AAS-584
Pre-Calculus

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to...

Course Overview

This course provides the mathematical foundation for an introductory calculus course. In addition to a brief review of basic algebra, the course covers equations and inequalities; functions, models, and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; and trigonometric identities and equations.

B-825
Human Biology

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function o...

Course Overview

This course is an introductory study of the human body, including the basic structure and function of the major organ systems (nervous, endocrine, circulatory, reproductive, etc.) and the effects of diet, exercise, stress and environmental change on human health.

AAS-902
World History

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and...

Course Overview

World History course present the big picture, to facilitate comparison and assessment of change, and to highlight major developments in world's history. This course emphasizes the global interactions of major civilizations so that you can compare and assess changes in the patterns of interaction and the impact of global forces.

02

Module 2: 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.

03

Module 3: 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

$72,000

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Detailed Cost Breakdown

Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$72,000
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

144 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

4 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

24 total courses in the program

Application Process

1
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2
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3
Evaluation

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4
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