Are you looking to start or advance your career in public safety? Many municipalities and public safety departments now require a bachelor’s degree or higher when offering promotions to upper-level positions such as chief or division manager. Earning a bachelor's degree in public safety administration can put you on the path to a leadership role in your field.
The Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Public Safety at Aims offers a unique opportunity to broaden your skills and prepare for new professional challenges. Even better, you'll pay one of the lowest community college tuition rates in Colorado.
The Aims public safety degree program curriculum is developed and taught by local and national experts in the field. You’ll learn the latest skills and tactics in community risk reduction, public policy, human resources management and more.
Designed with busy professionals in mind, classes are taught online and many of the courses are eight weeks long, so you can manage your coursework along with your other responsibilities.
To meet growing demand, our public safety administration degree program has evolved to serve more students and help you achieve your goals faster. Depending on your background, you can choose from three different pathways to a bachelor’s degree:
Option 1: An associate degree plus public safety work experience
Option 2: 60 college credits plus public safety work experience
Option 3: First-year entry into the B.A.S. program
Ready to tap into your public safety leadership potential? Learn more about our exciting curriculum and explore your options to apply!