Occupational Health & Safety

Credential
Certificate
Duration (Minimum)
1 year
Delivery
Part-time
Online
Start Date
January
May
September
Search Type
Continuing Studies
Department Contact
ohs [at] langara.ca

Courses

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs are essential across all industries to protect worker well-being and maintain safe, healthy workplaces. Effective OHS programs reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and incidents while supporting compliance with regulatory requirements and standards. By prioritizing occupational health and safety, organizations not only mitigate legal and financial risks but also foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and employee well-being.

The Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety provides the foundational knowledge and skills required of today’s safety professionals. The curriculum covers key areas of occupational health and safety practice, and instruction is delivered by experienced practitioners who bring real-world examples and applied insights into the classroom.

Program notes

Students must achieve a minimum “B-” grade in all require courses in order to graduate.