Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management
Program Overview
Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management
The Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management is designed to help current and aspiring EMS providers and managers, emergency managers, clinicians, and healthcare workers develop specialized emergency management skills in the healthcare setting. This certificate program prepares individuals to lead healthcare entities in responding to natural disasters, pandemics, hospital surges, cyberattacks, violence, warfare, and the threat of chemical/biologic
uclear attacks.
Program Overview
The Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management is offered by the Department of Emergency and Disaster Health Systems within the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. This program emphasizes the development of skills in hazard identification and mitigation, risk assessment, leadership and crisis communications, training, strategic planning, preparedness, response, and recovery.
At a Glance
- Department: Department of Emergency and Disaster Health Systems
- College: College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Why Earn Your Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management?
Earning a Certificate in Healthcare Emergency Management can enhance the skills of professionals in the healthcare sector to manage and respond to emergencies effectively. The program is particularly relevant given the Emergency Preparedness Rule issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2016, which requires healthcare providers to have their own set of Emergency Preparedness regulations.
Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments, and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. Resources include:
- 20252026 Graduate Cost Calculator
- Graduate Assistantships
- Fellowships
- Funding Your Education
Application Process
- Start Your Graduate Admissions Application: Applying to UMBCs graduate programs is straightforward. You can apply online as a degree-seeking, non-degree seeking, or certificate student.
- Check Application Decisions: Application decisions can take 6-8 weeks after the programs deadline. You will receive an email once the department processes your decision letter.
- Have Questions?: For assistance, please contact the appropriate Graduate School staff member.
Application Deadlines
- UMBC Graduate School Application
- UMBC Grad School Admissions Info
- UMBC Grad School Admissions Policies
Program Contacts
- Program Director: Jungwon Yeo
- Program Coordinator: Renee Decker
Additional Information
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is committed to providing a comprehensive education that prepares graduates for successful careers and further academic pursuits. With a strong focus on research, academic excellence, and community engagement, UMBC offers a unique learning environment that fosters growth and development.