During crises and disasters, tribal emergency management professionals coordinate the protection of life and property in their communities while ensuring preservation of tribal culture and heritage. The Tribal Homeland Security Emergency Management certificate is specifically designed for tribal emergency management professionals. Graduates of this program are prepared for programmatic roles in the rapidly evolving HSEM profession for their tribe and neighboring communities.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the phases of disaster and the mission areas of homeland security and how they affect a Tribal HSEM program.
2. Identify relevant stakeholders in Tribal HSEM and learn how to accurately understand their needs and communicate with them.
3. Explain political and legal processes and how they influence Tribal HSEM policy.
4. Demonstrate the ability to organize Tribal assets for effective disaster planning, mitigation, response, and recovery.
5. Demonstrate methods to preserve cultural heritage and apply traditional knowledge to the Tribal HSEM environment.