Research Excellence in Clinical Simulation, Mobile Integrated Healthcare, and Emergency and Disaster Health
Formerly known as: Emergency Health Services
900 Walker Ave., Room 113, Catonsville, MD 21228
Due to the renovations of Sherman Hall, the department has temporarily moved to 900 Walker Ave.
The Academic Department of Emergency and Disaster Health Systems:
EDHS offers a unique opportunity for the education of future Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Public Health, and Emergency Management professionals.
This is accomplished by providing broad liberal arts and sciences education which enhances the graduate employment opportunities as pre-hospital providers, policymakers, and managers. The Department of Emergency and Disaster Health Systems undergraduate program provides a cutting-edge education for advancement to graduate, medical, and professional studies.
The Graduate Program:
The Graduate program is primarily focused on preparing professionals for leadership roles in Disaster Health, Emergency Public Health, Healthcare Emergency Management and EHS Education. The NEW four-track curriculum is designed to provide graduate-level training and education to health care providers, researchers, educators, policymakers, and administrators. Two post-baccalaureate certificates in either Emergency and Disaster Management or Healthcare Emergency Management are also offered.
Ph.D. Program:
In collaboration with the School of Public Policy, we now offer specialized concentrations in Emergency and Disaster Health Systems with a focus in either Public Health, Healthcare or Emergency and Disaster Management within the Public Policy Ph.D. program.
Professional and Continuing Education (PACE)
PACE offers continuing education programs, which included CEUs courses, certification renewal such as Paramedic Refresher, and advanced training certificates such as CCEMTP, PNCCT, and more. Please visit the PACE website for upcoming training dates. https://edhspace.umbc.edu/
PACE also offers CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed training for student groups, faculty, and UMBC departments. Please contact PACE for more information or to schedule a training session.
New Temporary Location:
The Main Office is now located in Walker Room 113
The Main Classroom is Room 114
The Teaching Lab is Room 101
When you come in the front doors, turn right and follow the EDHS signs to get to our department.
Any questions or concerns, please contact Renee Decker at 410-455-3223 or via email