Three national organizations recognize the quality of this degree program:

  • The OSH degree is accredited as a safety program by the Applied Science Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • The Board of Certified Safety Professionals designates the OSH degree a Qualified Academic Program—a designation that qualifies graduates for a credential called Graduate Safety Practitioner.
  • The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recognizes the quality of the OSH program by providing funds for scholarships, travel, and faculty development through a Training Project Grant.

    • Many employers visit the campus to recruit students for internships and career positions. More than half of the graduates start their career in one of three industrial sectors: construction, mining, or oil and gas. Nearly all large industrial companies and governmental agencies have OSH programs with career ladders providing opportunities for promotions and increased salary.