A bachelor’s degree in Emergency and Disaster Management is now available through Ohio Christian University's Adult & Online Degree Program. Upon completion of the degree, graduates will possess the qualifications needed to manage various kinds of disaster organizations. OCU offers online education and evening or weekend classes to make earning your degree convenient, flexible, and affordable.
Versatility is what makes this career path so appealing. Students who earn a degree in Emergency and Disaster Management will have a large variety of job options to choose from after graduation. With more frequent occurrences of severe weather taking place, the need for employees in this field is increasing.
At Ohio Christian University, students will be able to get hands-on experience, helping set them apart. Teaching from a Christian worldview, students are encouraged to incorporate their values into their work. With hardworking and experienced faculty members pouring into their students, graduates gain knowledge and experience not offered in similar programs.
To find out more about this program, click here.
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Summer Institute to Offer New Online Courses and Certificates
Published: May 5, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
an area. Most courses begin June 1, 2020.
Graduate Level Courses for Teachers and Professors
These courses are designed to help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work
towards a graduate degree.
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or
Alumni Spotlight: Lauren Ray
Published: April 26, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren as a key member of the program, playing
for the team for three seasons (2015-17). Originally from Canal Winchester,
OH, Lauren transferred into OCU following her freshman year at Ohio
University,
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management
Emergency Management Graduates and Students Fight COVID-19
Published: March 25, 2020
With the pandemic situation facing our state, county and the world, emergency
managers play an important role in working to stabilize the situation and
save lives. “An emergency manager’s job is to bring relative calm and
order to the chaos,” explains Dr. Thad Hicks, Head of the Emergency
Management Program at Ohio Christian University and Certified Emergency
Manager.
Ohio Christian University has offered programs in Emergency
With the pandemic situation facing our state, county and the world, emergency
managers play an important role in working to stabilize the situation and
save lives. “An emergency manager’s job is to bring relative calm and
order to the chaos,” explains Dr. Thad Hicks, Head of the Emergency
Management Program at Ohio Christian University and Certified Emergency
Manager.
Ohio Christian
With the pandemic situation facing our state, county and the world, emergency
managers play an important role in working to stabilize the situation and
save lives. “An emergency manager’s job is to
Online Emergency & Disaster Management Program Ranked #2 in the Country
Published: March 18, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency
Distance Learning Supports Social Distancing
Published: March 17, 2020
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives while keeping a safe
distance from others. The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many
universities shifting onsite classes to distance learning, including Ohio
Christian University.
Thankfully, Ohio Christian is experienced in this area having offered online
classes for over a decade to adults and teens. Students have the option to
enroll in Trailblazer Academy (College Credit Plus), Online-
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives while keeping a safe
distance from others. The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many
universities shifting onsite classes to distance learning, including Ohio
Christian University.
Thankfully,
Suddenly the term “social distancing” has invaded our vocabulary and
people are much more aware of their surroundings. They are seeking ways to
maintain some normalcy in their day-to-day lives
Archived Articles of Interest
Ohio Christian University Ranks #3 of Online Emergency Management Programs!
Published: August 6, 2018
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other awards, rankings, and
reputation.
OCU's Emergency and Disaster Management program trains students to lead
during disasters. Graduates contribute during every stage of disaster
management and recovery, including providing immediate relief and rebuilding
and redeveloping communities.
Student Lesli Holt, Operations Manager for Warren County Ohio's Office of
Emergency Management, comments that “
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other awards, rankings, and
reputation.
OCU's Emergency and Disaster Management program trains students to lead
during disasters. Graduates contribute during every stage of disaster
management and
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other
EM Exercise Design Program Gives Students Hands-on Experience
Published: July 30, 2018
One of the biggest pieces of emergency management is designing preparedness
and readiness exercises for various disasters that can befall communities and
regions. In Ohio, annual emergency management exercises are required at the
county level. The practices vary from table-top and office-based to
full-field deployments.
Scenarios cover every possible disaster from highway and railroad spills of
hazardous materials, to tornadoes and hurricanes, blizzards and earthquakes,
forest fires and flooding, to rioting or other possible emergencies.
OCU’s program is one of a few that
One of the biggest pieces of emergency management is designing preparedness
and readiness exercises for various disasters that can befall communities and
regions. In Ohio, annual emergency management exercises are required at the
county level. The practices vary from table-top and office-based to
full-field deployments.
Scenarios cover every possible disaster from highway and railroad
One of the biggest pieces of emergency management is designing preparedness
and readiness exercises for various disasters that can befall communities and
regions. In Ohio, annual emergency
First 2018 Orientation Day Biggest Ever!
Published: May 21, 2018
Seventy-eight newly enrolled Ohio Christian University students, including
nine transferring in from other schools, attended the day-long initial
orientation with luncheon and campus tours.
This day was the first of OCU’s several annual spring and summer
orientation days. The next days are scheduled for June 8 and 29.
Many students were accompanied by parents who appeared as eager to learn
about the University experience as their daughters and sons.
The day began at 8:30 am with a continental breakfast and concluded after
walking tours of campus facilities. Cool-to-warm sunny
Seventy-eight newly enrolled Ohio Christian University students, including
nine transferring in from other schools, attended the day-long initial
orientation with luncheon and campus tours.
This day was the first of OCU’s several annual spring and summer
orientation days. The next days are scheduled for June 8 and 29.
Many students were accompanied by parents who appeared as eager to learn
Seventy-eight newly enrolled Ohio Christian University students, including
nine transferring in from other schools, attended the day-long initial
orientation with luncheon and campus tours.
This
Experience Spring Semester 2019 in Italy!
Published: March 29, 2018
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to achieve personal growth,
mission training, and intensive learning as they study and explore with a
community of learners.
“This semester of study in Italy will expand students’ horizons as they
interact with Italians, SBI’s faith-filled faculty, and fellow students
from across the United States. Participants will be able to walk the same
paths as Apostle Paul, sit in Leonardo da Vinci’s
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to achieve personal growth,
mission training, and intensive learning as they study and explore with a
community of learners.
“This semester of study in Italy will expand students’ horizons as they
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to
OCU Online BA in English Ranked #1 for Affordability
Published: March 22, 2018
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature of the English Language, Literary
Criticism, and Studies in Shakespeare.
Learn more about SR Education Group and view its methodology.
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature of the English Language, Literary
Criticism, and Studies in Shakespeare.
Learn more about SR Education Group and view its methodology.
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature
