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Certificate in Intelligence Studies

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

College of Justice, Safety & Emergency Management

Certificate in Intelligence Studies

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

College of Justice, Safety & Emergency Management

On-Campus & Online

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15 Credit Hours

to Graduate

On-Campus: $410 Per Credit Hour

Online: $443 Per Credit Hour

(On-campus rate is for in-state students)

Low-Cost Textbooks

For All Students

Prepare for Critical Roles in the Intelligence Community

EKU’s intelligence studies certificate prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for intelligence analysis positions within the U.S. Intelligence Community at the federal, state, local, and tribal levels as well as the private sector. The program gives graduates a competitive edge in the job market and complements a variety of backgrounds.

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Career Outlook

Protective service occupations are expected to grow 2 percent from 2021 to 2031, which will result in about 72,600 new jobs.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Homeland security offers a wide range of employment opportunities.

Job Titles Include:

  • Intelligence Analysts
  • Counterterrorism Analyst
  • Criminal Investigator/Detective
  • Critical Infrastructure Analyst
  • Business continuity specialist
  • Counterterrorism analyst
  • Criminal investigator/detective
  • Critical infrastructure analyst

Intelligence studies is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field of study that prepares students for a wide range of career options.

Employers Include:

  • U.S. Intelligence Community Agencies (e.g., NSA, CIA, NGA, DHS, NCTC)
  • Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agencies (e.g., FBI, ATF, Secret Service)
  • Marathon Petroleum-Marine Transportation
  • Hackensack Meridian Health
  • Miami County Emergency Management Agency
  • Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Low-cost textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Dynamic, supportive learning environment

Curriculum & Admission

Position yourself as a go-to security professional and give yourself a competitive edge in the evolving field of homeland security.

A minimum of 15 credits are required to graduate.

View the program requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
Fall AJuly 31August
Fall BSeptember 30October
Spring ADecember 31January
Spring BFebruary 28March
Summer AApril 30May
Summer BMay 31June

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Justice, Safety, and Military Science is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to your college enrollment counselor.

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Jacinda Bertie-Cockerham

College Enrollment Counselor

Call: 859-622-6520
Text: 859-305-1198
jacinda.bertie@eku.edu

Schedule an Appointment
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Jacob Mobley

Enrollment Advisor

859-622-2877
Jacob.Mobley@eku.edu

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Additional Contact Info

Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345

Student Stories & Features

  • Christopher Hogan

    EKU Homeland Security Student
    I would say without question EKU was the right choice for me. I would highly recommend EKU Online to students of all ages. Ask questions, reach out for help, the staff at EKU is amazing.

  • Mashell Rena Carmack

    EKU Homeland Security Student
    I can’t say enough good things about the faculty. I have been given assistance every time that I asked. They genuinely wanted me to succeed and provided all the resources available.

  • Jeffrey R. Benton

    EKU Homeland Security Student
    An EKU online education is valuable and I found myself using knowledge obtained in a majority of the curriculum on a daily basis.

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Related Programs

B.S. in Homeland Security

Common Job Titles: counterterrorism analyst, criminal investigator/detective, critical infrastructure analyst

Modalities: online and on-campus

Credit Hours: 120

Certificate in Security Management

Common Job Titles: business continuity specialist, counterterrorism analyst

Modalities: online and on-campus

Credit Hours: 24

Contact Information

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

Stratton Building
Room 245
4453 Kit Carson Drive
Richmond, Ky 40475

859-622-1978
jus.dean@eku.edu

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