Learn more

CIP PROGRAM: 28.0506
Special, Irregular and Counterterrorist Operations.

Summary: A program that focuses on the role and use of special operations forces in the context of low-intensity warfare such as asymmetric warfare and counterterrorism as well as irregular operations in conventional warfare. Includes instruction in special operations doctrine, equipment, support and strategy; the role of civilian leadership and the joint staffs; mission selection and employment; integration with regular forces; civil relations and psychological warfare. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Related Occupations

There are no occupations related specifically to this program.

National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
Change - - -

Related CIPs

28 MILITARY SCIENCE, LEADERSHIP AND OPERATIONAL ART.
28.05 Military Science and Operational Studies.
28.0501 Air Science/Airpower Studies.
28.0502 Air and Space Operational Art and Science.
28.0503 Military Operational Art and Science/Studies.
28.0504 Advanced Military and Operational Studies.
28.0505 Naval Science and Operational Studies.
28.0506 Special, Irregular and Counterterrorist Operations.
28.0599 Military Science and Operational Studies, Other.

Institutions granting degrees in Special, Irregular and Counterterrorist Operations.

Institution Degrees Granted (2024)5-Year Change

No institutions found