Employees are as concerned about working in a "safe" employment atmosphere as simply "having a job." This concern has prompted demands for higher performance standards and increased safety awareness in the private, public, and governmental sectors. Thus, there exists a need for professionals who are able to develop and implement safe work practices in the workplace. The Certificate in Safety Management is designed to meet this need and help with career advancement. It also prepares students for the American Board of Certified Safety Professionals examination. College of Public Health students enrolled in a major other than Safety Management may concurrently enroll in this Certificate.

Prerequisites

The applicant must have an earned Bachelor's degree, preferably in Science, Engineering, Nursing, or one in a related environmental or occupational health field.

Course and Credit Hours:

Fourteen (14) credit hours are required for completion of the Certificate:

Required

PHC 6356         Industrial Hygiene (2 credits)
PHC 6360         Safety Management Principles and Practices (2 credits)
PHC 6423         Occupational Health Law (2 credits)
PHC 6354         Safety and Health Administration (2 credits)
EIN 6215           Engineering System Safety (3 credits)
EIN 6216           Occupational Safety Engineering (3 credits)

Application Process for Enrollment

Call the Graduate Certificate Office at (813) 974-2442 or visit their website at http://www.outreach.usf.edu/gradcerts/ to obtain the appropriate applications.

Standardized Test Requirements

There are no specific test requirements.

Registration Process for Individual Courses

Follow the accepted procedure for graduate level courses.

Time Limit for Completion of Certificate

Time limits on certificate completion comply with university standards.

Fees per Course / Credit Hour

Fees parallel that of standard graduate level classes.  Please visit the USF website at http://www.usf.edu/controller/cashaccounting/tuition to view current fees.

Course Location

This Certificate is offered at the Tampa campus.

Department contact information

Dr. Pete Rentos at (813) 974-6661 or prentos@health.usf.edu; or Alana Foster at (813) 974-1120

New Student Advisor

Pre-Admission Counseling and Advising (813) 974-6505 or Advisor@health.usf.edu

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