Occupational safety and health B.S.
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Occupational safety and health B.S.
Prepare to address the unique workplace safety hazards of Alaska and the polar region in a hands-on bachelor’s degree program with flexible learning options.
Explore the occupational safety and health bachelor’s degree program at the University of Alaska Anchorage
UAA’s bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health is the only degree of its
kind in Alaska. The program includes on-the-job learning – through internships and
other hands-on experiences – to prepare you for real-world workplace challenges. Occupational
safety and health courses are available online and at UAA’s main campus in Anchorage.
What you’ll learn
In this program, you’ll learn to recognize, evaluate and control workplace hazards
that may cause injury, illness or disease. Focus areas for the degree include construction
safety management, process safety, incident investigation and analysis, legal aspects
of occupational safety and health, and the economic value of safety.
Occupational safety and health scholarships and financial aid
Get help with tuition and education expenses. UAA offers a variety of scholarships
and other types of financial assistance that you may qualify for as an occupational
safety and health majors. Learn more about financial aid opportunities.
What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health?
Occupational safety and health specialists are in demand in every industry. UAA’s
program provides specific preparation for work in Alaska and polar regions, in industries
such as oil and gas, mining, construction, maritime and transportation. Graduates
of the program will also be ready for careers throughout the United States and around
the world.
Occupational safety and health careers
- Occupational safety and health specialist
- Safety engineer
- Environmental health and safety specialist
- Safety coordinator
- Safety manager
- Fire protection engineer
By the numbers..
Occupational safety and health bachelor’s degree program highlights
Prepare for well-paying jobs in a fast-growing industry when you earn your bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health at UAA.
- Gain hands-on work experience. Internships and other unique learning opportunities allow you to gain on-the-job experience and start building your professional network.
- Enjoy flexible learning options designed for working students. Occupational safety and health courses are available online and during convenient evening times on campus.
- Learn from industry experts. At UAA, you’ll get to work closely with top faculty who are industry-certified and have many years of experience in the occupational safety and health field.
- Take part in student clubs and activities. These include UAA’s Student Section of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP).
Occupational safety and health bachelor’s degree program curriculum
Coursework covers hazardous materials, safety training methods, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, injury prevention, epidemiology, occupational safety and health Administration standards, safety program management and record keeping.Top classes for occupational safety and health majors
- Incident Investigation and Analysis
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Environmental Issues for Safety and Health Professionals
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