Master’s Concentration
Environmental Health and Safety
Develop expertise to manage and mitigate health and safety risks in various environments, including occupational health, environmental protection, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Sharpen skills in:
- Designing and implementing effective occupational health and safety programs
- Assessing health and safety risks across the organization
- Lead workplace safety strategies and compliance, including regulatory alignment, incident investigations, worker’s compensation, and reporting
- Communicating to stakeholders about health and safety protocols and developing training programs to improve safety outcomes
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.
At a Glance
Classes Next Begin
March 31
Term Length
10 Weeks
Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour
Format
Evening or Online
Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT
How Long to Finish
As quick as 18 months. Access a sample schedule
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Brian Cicero
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Curriculum
Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management with a concentration in Environmental Health and Safety requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).
4
Core Courses
4
Concentration
Courses
4
Elective Courses
Interested in a graduate certificate?
Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Environmental Health and Safety.
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Career Opportunities
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Technician
Health and Safety Specialist
Director of Public Health
Environmentalist
Environmental Health Manager
Environmental Specialist
Environmental Scientists and Specialists Salary: National Average
$68,910
(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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Advisory Board
William Bellamy
Senior Vice President of Global Water Services, CH2M Hill
David Stewart
Stewart Environmental Consultants, Inc
Joel Hirschboeck
Director of Risk Management, Jefferson County Public Schools
Lyle Laverty
Colorado State Parks Director
Howard Roitman
Former Director of Environmental Programs, Colorado Department of Public Health & Safety
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
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