Emergency and Disaster Health Systems
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Study Emergency and Disaster Health Systems?
Prepare for a Dynamic Career in Emergency and Disaster Health with UMBC’s Comprehensive Undergraduate Programs, where you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to lead in critical health and safety roles.
The Department of Emergency and Disaster Health Systems (EDHS) at UMBC offers comprehensive undergraduate programs that provide students with a unique depth of experience in emergency and disaster health systems. Our offerings include the Paramedic Concentration, Emergency Health Leadership Track, Emergency and Disaster Health Management Track, and minors in Emergency and Disaster Management, and Emergency Health Systems.
Through this baccalaureate degree, students develop a strong foundation in both academic and clinical abilities, while honing essential interpersonal and leadership skills. The program emphasizes sound judgment in high-pressure situations, preparing students for a wide range of career opportunities within emergency and disaster health systems. With hands-on simulation training and real-world experience in our paramedic concentration; to collaborating with Maryland’s Emergency Management Agency in our Emergency and Disaster Health Management Track, our students are ready to meet the challenges of the field.
At UMBC, the primary objective of our degree programs is to foster leadership development and promote personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to lead emergency response teams, manage disaster recovery efforts, or drive innovation in health systems, our programs are designed to equip you with the expertise and confidence needed to excel in critical roles and make a lasting impact on community safety and resilience.
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Bachelor of Science in Emergency and Disaster Health Systems
Majoring in Emergency and Disaster Health Systems equips you with essential skills to lead and respond effectively in critical health and safety roles, making a lasting impact in your community.
VIEW Bachelor of Science DETAILS →Minor in Emergency Health Systems
This practical minor will help you become a certified Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician while developing skills and knowledge in health care and emergency medicine.
VIEW Minor DETAILS →Minor in Emergency and Disaster Management
UMBC’s Emergency and Disaster Management Minor provides essential knowledge and skills for managing and mitigating the impacts of emergencies and disasters across various sectors.
VIEW Minor DETAILS →Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC is committed to making a world-class education accessible to every student. We offer a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help you manage the cost of your education. New and current degree-seeking undergraduates can explore institutional and departmental scholarships using our Scholarship Retriever tool, along with additional opportunities from external partners. Scholarships and financial aid can help cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even housing and meals, ensuring you can focus on your studies and your future at UMBC.
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Mailing Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
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