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Diploma Program

Occupational Health and Safety

Diploma

45

Qualified Instructors

This program can be offered at the campus(es) below. Please contact the campus of your choosing for program availability and delivery methods.

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Distance (Online)

Median Wage

$45 /hour

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Turn Your Passion for Making Workplaces Safe Into a Rewarding Career

Learn to spot risks before they become accidents. This program covers hazard identification, safety program management, emergency response, ergonomics, and compliance built around real-world scenarios.

 

Graduate with your Occupational Health and Safety Diploma, plus the First Aid, CPR Level C, and WHMIS certifications employers are looking for.

 

This program is available in Distance format in British Columbia.



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  • Hazard identification and risk control
  • Emergency preparedness and management
  • Health and safety training program design 
  • Safety laws and ethics
  • Operational and process safety
  • Ergonomic workspace design
  • Incident investigation and reporting
  • Environmental management systems
  • Safety audits and compliance investigations
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Approved & Designated 

This program is approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of British Columbia. 

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Program Courses

Student Success Strategies [SSS4]

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This course equips students with the knowledge, skills, and study strategies needed to support effective learning and a positive educational experience. It explores learning theories and their application to individual study methods, helping students develop approaches that are both effective and efficient. Key topics include study habits, note-taking, goal setting, values, time management, task prioritization, and stress management through learner-centered activities. The course also introduces fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including its applications, limitations, and ethical, social, and moral implications. In addition, students will start a series of financial training modules to develop financial literacy skills related to budgeting, saving, credit, and debt and gain practical money management skills to effectively manage their financial well-being.

Communication Strategies for OHS Professionals [OHS-COMM]

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Effective communication is vital as a health and safety professionals. This course sets participants up with the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Through critical thinking exercises, participants will engage in constructive discussions, role plays, and presentations to develop a comprehensive health and safety policy and program.

Hazard Identification and Control [BC-OHSHI]

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This course compares the evaluation of various workplace hazards. Recognizing that these hazards pose risks to workers, the course emphasizes proper identification, assessment, and control measures. Hazards can be found in equipment, the environment, materials, processes, procedures, or even individuals.

OHS Risk Management [OHS-RMT]

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This course covers essential topics on risk management principles, risk assessment, risk control, monitoring and adaptation, emergency preparedness, incident command
systems, and preventing workplace harassment and violence. This comprehensive course prepares students to proactively identify and manage risks, fostering safer and healthier workplaces.

Safety Management Systems [OHS-SMS]

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This course covers the fundamentals of safety management systems and their critical role in workplace health and safety. Through interactive learning, students will explore key areas including: integrating health and safety into the organizational structure, leveraging quality management systems for safety, effective conflict management techniques, leadership styles that promote safety, and strategic safety planning.

OHS Training and Development [OHS-TAD]

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This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to develop and deliver effective OHS training programs for staff and stakeholders. Through interactive learning, participants will explore adult learning principles, program planning, material creation and collection, delivery methods, and techniques for measuring training effectiveness.

Workplace Injury Claims and Disability Management [BC-OHSCD]

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This course examines the role of Worker's Compensation Boards and relevant disability legislation impacting workplace injuries. Key topics include the worker's compensation claim process, including submitting forms and the role of OHS professionals in assisting with applications, managing disability cases, developing return-to-work plans, and effective communication with involved agencies and adhering to applicable legislation.

Occupational Health and Safety Law and Ethics [BC-OHSLE]

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This course explores the legal landscape surrounding workplace safety in Canada. Students will go into fundamental legal principles, delve into Canadian occupational health and safety (OHS) laws, and examine environmental legislation to ensure responsible practices. Ethical theories are explored to guide decision-making, while worker rights and responsibilities under safety legislation are clarified. The course also examines the role of the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) in maintaining professional standards.

Occupational Health and Wellness [OHS-HWE]

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This course supplies students with the knowledge and skills to promote workplace wellness and overall employee health. Key topics explored include designing and implementing injury and disease prevention programs, disability management programs, and strategies to address work factors impacting worker well-being.

Human Factors and Ergonomics [OHS-HFE]

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This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to design ergonomic workspaces, promoting both safety and efficiency for staff. Students will explore the risks associated with repetitive stress injuries and improper posture, learning to assess and optimize workplaces for ergonomic principles.

Emergency Management [BC-OHSERM]

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This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to navigate emergency situations effectively. Through interactive learning, students will examine various emergency plans and procedures, including roles and responsibilities within those plans. With a specific focus on fire prevention and response, the course delves into unique emergency response techniques, management strategies, drill preparation, and overall preparedness. Additionally, students will explore relevant National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for emergency management.

Occupational Hygiene [OHS-HYG]

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This course covers the fundamentals of body functions and processes for illness and injury prevention. Key topics explored include anatomy and physiology, toxicology, chemical hazards, physical hazards, and air quality. 

Incident Prevention and Investigation [OHS-IPI]

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This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage incidents of the course will cover incident prevention, investigation, reporting, and health and safety documentation requirements for regulatory and government agencies. The course also explores different incident investigation techniques and incident theories.

Operational and Process Safety [OHS-OPS]

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Basic theoretical and operational knowledge of the hazards and techniques that may be encountered in the workplace are discussed. Students will identify hazards and safe operating procedures that include safeguard systems, personal protective equipment, hazardous energy, materials handling and storage, hoisting and rigging equipment, powered industrial vehicles, hand and portable power tools, woodworking machinery, welding and cutting, metalworking machinery, automated
systems or processes, confined spaces, and fall protection. Process safety refers to the prevention of unintentional releases of chemicals, energy, or other potentially dangerous materials (including steam) during chemical processes that can have a serious impact on the plant and environment. Students will study how industrial processes can affect worker and environmental health and safety.

Environmental Management [BC-OHSENM]

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This course provides students with the fundamentals of environmental management, focusing on identifying and mitigating environmental hazards. It delves into the requirements of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) based on the ISO 14001:2015 standard. Through interactive learning, students will explore key areas such as environmental emergency procedures, hazardous spill management, and environmental control systems. 

Safety Audit and Analysis [OHS-SAA]

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This course prepares participants with the fundamentals of performing a safety audit and analyzing the results. Key topics explored include auditing principles, management system evaluation, the auditor's role, internal versus external audits, conducting inspections and interviews, and developing actionable plans.

Career & Employment Strategies [CES4]

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This course builds on the skills learned in the Student Success Strategies course or its equivalent. It provides information on how to use communication skills to make 
successful presentations to prospective employers, uncover the hidden job market, and identify employment opportunities. Students engage in self-assessment to identify transferable skills and learn how to effectively communicate these to employers. The course also introduces the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a career support tool. Students apply AI to assist with resume and cover letter development, job searching, and interview preparation, while maintaining their own authentic voice and critically evaluating AI-generated content. Students may be videotaped during a mock interview and will participate in the analysis of their performance in the interview.

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Benefits of this program

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Students must meet all of the pre-requisites listed below, meet their financial obligations with the college, and acknowledge their understanding of the college’s policies and procedures provided in the student handbook, prior to starting classes.


• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (General Education Development or BC Adult Basic Education OR At minimum, 1 year of post-secondary completion) *


OR

Mature student status (19 years of age upon starting classes)


• Proof of English Language proficiency 


*Note: Transcripts from an institution outside of Canada must be verified by an international education credential evaluation service, such as WES or ICES

  • Earn a recognized Occupational Health and Safety diploma 
  • Training aligned with BCRSP standards
  • Learn hands-on skills for a field that's in demand
  • Available in Distance, In-person, or Combined delivery methods.
  • Gain your Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and WHMIS certifications
  • Develop program design and auditing skillsets
  • Resume support, career guidance, plus interview prep available up to six months after graduation
  • Health and Safety Coordinator
  • Health and Safety Administrator
  • Health and Safety Officer
  • Health and Safety Professional
  • Occupational Health and Safety Officer
  • Occupational Safety Consultant
  • Occupational Safety Coordinator
  • Occupational Safety Officer

Students must meet all of the pre-requisites listed below, meet their financial obligations with the college, and acknowledge their understanding of the college’s policies and procedures provided in the student handbook, prior to starting classes.


• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (General Education Development or BC Adult Basic Education OR At minimum, 1 year of post-secondary completion) *


OR

Mature student status (19 years of age upon starting classes)


• Proof of English Language proficiency 


*Note: Transcripts from an institution outside of Canada must be verified by an international education credential evaluation service, such as WES or ICES

  • Earn a recognized Occupational Health and Safety diploma 
  • Training aligned with BCRSP standards
  • Learn hands-on skills for a field that's in demand
  • Available in Distance, In-person, or Combined delivery methods.
  • Gain your Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and WHMIS certifications
  • Develop program design and auditing skillsets
  • Resume support, career guidance, plus interview prep available up to six months after graduation
  • Health and Safety Coordinator
  • Health and Safety Administrator
  • Health and Safety Officer
  • Health and Safety Professional
  • Occupational Health and Safety Officer
  • Occupational Safety Consultant
  • Occupational Safety Coordinator
  • Occupational Safety Officer
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