You have the power to make a safe workplace a thriving workplace.
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.
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At A Glance
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:
(3 courses at $700 per course)
Miscellaneous supplies
*The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, the CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by The Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 -66028.6 of the Education Code).
Payment Options
There are two payment options for your convenience:
- Pay the full course fee amount at the time of registration.
- 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.
How to Enroll
To enroll in the Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate program at CSU Bakersfield, complete the following:
Enrollment Dates
We offer start dates for two terms throughout the year. Please see the deadlines below for each term.
