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Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate

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Manage Risk Like a Pro – Start with the Right Training

This program is great for those who’d like to play a crucial role in the everyday success of an organization. Our Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate Program is designed to further develop your knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and environmental management, while stressing its importance in the workplace.

The program focuses on the following key topics:

  • Fundamental skills necessary to promote safety and risk management within the workplace
  • How to develop and conduct effective safety meetings
  • Administration of regulatory and compliance management
  • Behavioral theories and the human factor in safety
  • Creating and improving employer safety programs
  • Sharpening communication, writing, and research skills

This three-course certificate program familiarizes students with occupational safety, health, and environmental risk management and highlights the importance of organizational leadership competencies in these areas. The program also illustrates the importance of the human factor by highlighting the key role people have in safety and health risk management.

 

At A Glance

Credits

6-8 CEUs

Cost

$2,550

Modality

Online

Next Enrollment Deadline

Spring 2026: December 15, 2025

Enrollment Requirements

Unlock your potential with our open-enrollment program — no admissions process, no barriers, just opportunity. Whether you're starting fresh or building on your skills, everyone is welcome to join and thrive. Join us now and see where your potential can take you!

Program Outline and Requirements

Students who successfully complete all courses with a grade of “credit” will be awarded a certificate. To receive a grade of “credit” you must complete all course work with a 70% or higher, the equivalent grade of a “C” or better. After successful completion of all courses, a certificate will be awarded by CSU Bakersfield Extended Education.

Tuition and Fees

The following are estimated costs for the Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate Program.

Typical costs are as follows:

$2,100Instruction

(3 courses at $700 per course)

$250Books
$100

Miscellaneous supplies

$35Enrollment Fee
Approximate Total Cost of Program:$2,485

CSUB Extended Education makes every effort to keep student costs low; however, all listed fees are estimates and may be increased or modified — including after initial payment — in accordance with approval processes and the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Education Code §§66028–66028.6).

Note: Program is not eligible for FAFSA-based financial aid.

Payment Options

There are two payment options for your convenience:
  1. Pay the full course fee amount at the time of registration.
  2. Sign up for the Tuition Payment Plan, which allows you to spread the cost of your classes over a longer period of time.

Note: Program is not eligible for FAFSA-based financial aid.

Tuition Payment Plan

How to Enroll

To enroll in the Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate program at CSU Bakersfield, complete the following:

Complete Application
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Enrollment Fee

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Note: Enrollment fees are non-refundable.

 

Enrollment Dates

We offer start dates for two terms throughout the year. Please see the deadlines below for each term. 

Spring Semester Enrollment

Jul01Enrollment Opens
Dec15Deadline

Fall Semester Enrollment

Dec01Enrollment Opens
Aug03Deadline
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