Printed on 4/20/2024
Environmental Health & Safety
20-623-14
Certificate (C)
9 Credits
Not Financial Aid Eligible
Location*:
Online
*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.
Environmental health and occupational safety have an important impact on business and industry. In this program, you will learn about regulatory standards and the inspection process. You’ll also learn about the prevention of risk factors in the workplace, as well as accident investigation and reporting. As part of your training, you will complete a series of simulated reports and policies to prepare you for entry-level work in this interesting field.
COURSE LIST
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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.
Technical Studies
(9 Credits)
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Regulatory Compliance
10-449-102
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10449102
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Provides the student with an introduction of the federal and state standards that apply to safety and health. The focus will be on how to research and respond to regulatory standards. Using on-line and off-line resources, the student will respond to a series of selected questions about regulatory compliance.
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Environmental Laws & Regulations in Industry
10-449-134
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10449134
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Provides an overview of regulatory agencies at the local, state and federal levels that apply in an industrial setting. Coursework includes interpreting and applying laws, regulations, inspection programs and potential fines. It also addresses the development of resources to aid in regulatory compliance.
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Fundamentals of Occupational Safety
10-449-162
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10449162
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Provides the learner with the fundamentals of occupational safety, including the business case for safety, common industrial hazards, hazard control, and common OSHA safety standards.