Anna Maria College
Welcome to Anna Maria College Online
Anna Maria College is a private university that offers online degree programs as an alternative to its traditional campus courses. The convenient online format allows a diverse student body to take advantage of Anna Maria's dedication to an accessible, high-quality liberal arts education. Courses are taught by members of our exceptional faculty. The small classes bring frequent opportunities for discussion and debate and reflect the close-knit nature of our campus community.
The college promotes a solid education in the Catholic tradition that is grounded in the core beliefs of its founders, the Sisters of St. Anne: educational innovation, respect for and service to the community, and individual growth.
Anna Maria College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. In 2009 it was named one of the country's Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.
Programs
Bachelor of Science in Fire Science (Online)
The online bachelor's degree in Fire Science offered by Anna Maria College prepares you for an entry-level career in fire prevention and protection as a firefighter or member of a fire service agency. The undergraduate-level program covers the essentials of fire prevention, safety and management. It also emphasizes strategic and leadership skills that are valuable throughout a career in the fire service.
Coursework emphasizes the technical aspects of fire and safety, fire detection and control systems, and hydraulics as well as areas related to operations and the community, such as the organization and communication of emergency services, legal issues, and public education. The curriculum has been approved by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) committee at the National Fire Academy, the educational arm of the U.S. Fire Administration.
Master of Science in Emergency Management (Online)
Natural disasters and terrorist attacks highlight the need for professionals trained in disaster preparedness and crisis management. Anna Maria College's MS in Emergency Management is designed for individuals interested in management- and director-level positions in this growing field. The curriculum covers risk analysis and assessment, search and rescue operations, and emergency response planning. Anna Maria College's emergency management programs will give students the confidence and training to act quickly and efficiently when disaster strikes.
Master of Arts in Fire Science (Online)
Anna Maria College offers a Master of Arts in Fire Science is designed for firefighters and other fire service professionals looking for more responsibility and increased earning power. The curriculum emphasizes the specialized administrative and organizational skills required to ascend to the upper ranks of a fire service agency, such as disaster response and control, effective communication within and across emergency response agencies, and the management and planning of human resources. Students will be prepared to take on management roles in fire departments and other emergency service agencies.
Master of Public Administration (Online)
If your goal is to become a fire chief, police chief, city manager, or the leader of a charity, public agency, or nonprofit organization, the online MPA from Anna Maria College can help. Customize your degree according to your background and professional interests with:
- Ethics
- Labor relations
- Budget management
- Accounting
- Grant writing
Discover the opportunities open to you with the online Master of Public Administration from Anna Maria College.
Emergency Management Specialization
The Emergency Management program at Anna Maria College is one of the oldest and most well-established of its kind in the country. Our comprehensive and balanced curriculum is complemented by experienced instructors who are well-versed in both the history of and current trends in the field.
Fire Service and Administration Specialization
Anna Maria College's programs have a long and respected history of educating fire service professionals. Graduates have gone on to work as fire chiefs, fire investigators, and other management positions in the field.
Justice Administration Specialization
The Justice Administration specialization helps students analyze issues of law, policy and society necessary to develop effective strategies regarding issues facing practitioners in the human service and criminal justice professions.