Occupational Safety and Risk Management

Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate of Achievement

The Certificate of Achievement in Occupational Safety and Risk Management provides broad based professional preparation in the field of occupational safety and risk management. Safety professionals strive to protect people, property, and the environment using hazard identification and risk control techniques, working to balance safety and compliance with production and profit. The curriculum uses scientific foundations and regulatory frameworks and includes courses in occupational safety, occupational health, risk management, and environmental health. To Achieve the Certificate of Achievement: Upon completion of the required courses with at least a ‘C’ or ‘P’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to: Demonstrate competency in risk assessment and the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of health and safety data.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:Design and provide appropriate safety education and training.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:Design and apply appropriate risk control methods, procedures, and programs incorporating current regulations and utilizing appropriate technology.

• 4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply contemporary occupational safety and risk management principles within the local, regional and societal context within the applicable regulatory framework.

Program Requirements