Emergency Services Administration

Admission to a community college offering the Emergency Services Administration baccalaureate program does not guarantee admission into the program itself. Students wishing to declare the ESA major must meet minimum eligibility requirements for admission.

Admission may be selective due to limited program capacity. Students admitted to the program must be able to meet the essential requirements of the courses and program curriculum.

Mission College uses a multi-criteria screening process to evaluate applicants. This process may include, but is not limited to, the following factors:

• Completion of a qualifying academic degree

• Grade-point average in relevant coursework

• Relevant work or volunteer experience in public safety fields

• Professional licensing or state/national certifications

• Portfolio review for Credit for Prior Learning

• Life experiences or special circumstances such as disability, low family income, first-generation college status, need to work, disadvantaged social or educational environment, extenuating circumstances, refugee status, or veteran status

• Proficiency or advanced coursework in languages other than English

In accordance with California Education Code Sections 66025.8, 66025.91, and 66025.92, priority enrollment and admissions may be granted to:

• Military veterans

• Foster youth

• Students participating in Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)

• Students eligible for Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS)

• California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) recipients

• Analyze complex situations and make informed decisions in high-stakes emergency scenarios.
• Demonstrate effective leadership, team management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Apply knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, particularly under high-stress conditions.
• Engage communities in emergency preparedness and foster strong public relations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and agencies in planning and response efforts.
• Utilize advanced technologies and data management tools for emergency operations. 

All prerequisites must be completed no later than the summer prior to fall admission.

• Completion of an accredited Associate Degree in Public Safety or a closely related field

Applicants must also hold one of the following associate degrees or an equivalent credential:

• Fire Technology

• Public Safety

• Company Officer

• Lifeguard / Aquatics Public Safety

• Administration of Justice

• Law Enforcement

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) / Paramedic

• Other closely related Public Safety Associate Degree or Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)