Occupational Safety and Health
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A degree in Occupational Safety and Health from Murray State University will prepare you for a lifetime of success. Our graduates leave Murray State with real-world skills and experience. Alumni work in a variety of fields for companies all over the world. Whether you are just starting out or looking to gain new experience, we have a program to help you succeed.
Programs
Undergraduate programs
Earn your bachelor of science degree in Occupational Safety and Health and choose your track: Occupational Safety and Health or Environmental Health and Safety. You can apply for admission to either program.
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health (Occupational Safety and Health Track)
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health (Environmental Health and Safety Track)
- Minor in Occupational Safety and Health
- Certificate in Emergency Management
Graduate programs
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Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health - Concentration options:
- Risk Management
- Industrial Hygiene
- Environmental Safety and Health
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Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health - Concentration options:
- Risk Management
- Industrial Hygiene
- Environmental Safety and Health
Professional Certificates - Concentration options:
- Risk Management
- Industrial Hygiene
- Environmental Safety and Health
Nationally recognized programs
We are proud that both our BS and MS program in Occupational Safety and Health are accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Safety. With ABET accreditation you can be confident that our programs meet the quality standards to prepare you to enter a successful career in safety.
- ANSAC/ABET Accredited
- Qualified Academic Program (QAP)
- NIOSH Training Project Grant (TPG) Institution
- Essential Employability Qualities Certification (EEQ CERT)
- OSH News
Education beyond the classroom
Studying occupational safety and health at Murray State means more than time in the classroom. Internships help you gain hands-on experience in the safety field and prepare you for day-one on the job. Participate in student clubs and professional organizations to grow your leadership skills and network opportunities. Enjoy an abundance of scholarship opportunities available to students in the safety field.
Why choose an Occupational Safety and Health Degree at Murray State?
Learn from skilled faculty which will lead to a lifetime of success. Through specialty labs and equipment you will interact directly with the tools you will use in the safety field. After graduation, you will have the professional advantage of a great job market and competitive annual salaries, with the personal advantage of keeping people safe.
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Not only have I gained hands-on experience in the classroom but was at ease knowing I had the opportunity to interview for internships and receive job offers with some of the top companies in the world.
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