Within a few years after graduation, the program graduates working as Occupational Safety professionals will demonstrate abilities to:
- Apply knowledge and principles of mathematics, science, technology in the anticipation, recognition, and evaluation of conditions and practices in the work environment, and for the development of hazard prevention and control strategies.
- Employ knowledge and principles of management, business, and behavioral sciences in the selection, implementation and administration of programs and procedures for hazard prevention and control.
- Identify and apply relevant safety and health standards, laws, regulations, and best industry practices to occupational safety functions in the local, national or global context, as applicable.
- Effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders, including management, workers, consumers, neighbors, and the public, to support occupational safety and health initiatives.
- Continue their professional growth and the integration of new knowledge into their profession, and demonstrate ethical, societal, and professional responsibility.