Welcome
Are you interested in a career in emergency medical services, firefighting, homeland security, or emergency management but don't know where to start? Or are you ready to start on your career path? A degree in emergency management administration (EMA) opens up a world of opportunities. Our graduates are employed in high-earning positions in a variety of fields and in both the private and public sectors. Within Texas, almost 200,000 Texans work in emergency management-related fields.
The Emergency Management Administration B.A./B.S. degree is a traditional undergraduate degree that can be completed on campus or 100% online.
Do you think EMA might be a good fit for you? We're here to help you achieve your goals and aspirations. For additional information, contact Dr. Justin Moeller (jmoeller@wtamu.edu).
EMA B.A./B.S. vs. BAAS
The EMA program offers three distinct degrees. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) are traditional undergraduate degrees. The B.A./BS. degree plans do not expect previous EMA experience or current employment in any emergency management-related field. The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) requires students to have vocational, technical, or military training/coursework prior to entering the program. Most students enrolled in the BAAS degree program are practitioners and actively engaged in the field. The B.A./BS. does not award credit for existing vocational, technical, or military training/coursework.
There are over 67,000 licensed EMS personnel in Texas.
Average Starting Salary = $48,000
Average Salary of a Mid-Career Professional = $73,000
There are approximately 55,000 firefighters in Texas.
Average Starting Salary = $51,000
Average Salary of a Mid-Career Professional = $68,000
There are approximately 22,000 Texans employed in fields related to homeland security.
Average Starting Salary = $57,000
Average Salary of a Mid-Career Professional = $83,000
There are approximately 4,000 Texans employed in fields related to emergency management planning.
Average Starting Salary = $55,000
Average Salary of a Mid-Career Professional = $86,000