Occupational Safety and Health Degree Program
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Overview
The Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Safety and Health prepares students for careers as safety specialists, with focused training in industrial hygiene and environmental management. This 60-credit hour program combines technical knowledge with practical skills to meet the safety demands of today’s workplaces. Whether you’re entering the field or looking to enhance your current expertise, courses may also be taken individually to support ongoing professional development. Graduates will be equipped to promote safer, healthier work environments across a wide range of industries.What Will I Learn?
You will learn how to:
- Develop and manage safety and health programs for multiple industries
- Help government and industry identify various work hazards
- Find helpful resources
- Reduce on-the-job injuries
- Protect the environment
What can I do with this Degree
- Federal, state and local government agencies
- Manufacturing firms
- Private hospitals
- Private colleges and universities
- Medical testing and development firms
Degree Requirements
A minimum grade of "C" must be earned in all courses in the program. A grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 also must be maintained in all courses to receive an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or certificates.
Program Credits: 60
Lecture Hours: 54
Lab Hours: 14
Lecture Hours: 54
Lab Hours: 14
Applications are due before the beginning of the semester. TSI testing may be required, depending on the applicant’s status.
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