ProgramCIP 28.0506

Special, Irregular and Counterterrorist Operations

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.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

Also called Special Operations, Low-Intensity Warfare, Irregular and Guerilla Warfare, Terrorism and Counterterorrism.