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Graduate Certificate in Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance (Optional Co-op)
Frost
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance program at Fleming College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations and practices. The program emphasizes the development of skills in risk assessment, compliance auditing, incident investigation, and the implementation of effective health, safety, and environmental management systems.
Curriculum:
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Health and Safety Legislation: Students gain an understanding of the legal framework and regulations pertaining to health and safety in the workplace. They learn about relevant legislation, standards, and best practices to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment.
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Environmental Compliance and Sustainability: This course focuses on environmental regulations and sustainability practices. Students learn about environmental impact assessment, pollution prevention, waste management, and sustainable resource management.
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Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems: Students explore the principles and components of occupational health and safety management systems. They learn how to develop, implement, and monitor effective health and safety programs in organizations.
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Risk Assessment and Hazard Management: This course covers the identification, assessment, and management of workplace hazards and risks. Students learn techniques for conducting risk assessments, implementing controls, and creating a culture of safety.
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Incident Investigation and Emergency Response: Students develop skills in investigating workplace incidents, analyzing root causes, and developing corrective actions. They also learn about emergency response planning and management.
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Compliance Auditing and Inspection: This course focuses on conducting compliance audits and inspections to assess adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations. Students learn how to identify deficiencies, develop corrective action plans, and ensure ongoing compliance.
Location
Frost
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
CAD 16824
Postgraduate Diploma:
- Academic Requirements:
- Completion of a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Minimum overall average of 60% in the final two years of the degree.
- English proficiency as demonstrated through IELTS or TOEFL scores. The minimum IELTS score required is 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0, and the minimum TOEFL score required is 88 overall with a minimum score of 21 in each section.
- Additional Requirements:
- Some programs may require applicants to have relevant work experience, submit a portfolio, letter of intent, resume, or other additional materials.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission into a program at Fleming College, as admission is competitive and based on space availability.
Fleming College, like many other Canadian colleges, does offer financial assistance to its students in the form of bursaries, grants, and awards. However, it does not offer scholarships specifically to international students.
Despite not offering scholarships specifically to international students, Fleming College is committed to providing financial assistance to its students in need. The college has several programs available to students who require assistance with tuition fees and other expenses.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance program can pursue a range of career opportunities in diverse industries.
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Health and Safety Specialist: Graduates can work as health and safety specialists, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, developing safety programs, and promoting a culture of safety within organizations.
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Environmental Compliance Officer: Graduates can specialize in environmental compliance, working with organizations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, conducting environmental audits, and implementing sustainable practices.
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Safety Coordinator/Manager: Graduates can take on roles as safety coordinators or managers, overseeing safety programs, conducting safety training, investigating incidents, and implementing measures to improve workplace safety.
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Risk Manager: Graduates can work as risk managers, identifying and assessing potential risks in the workplace, implementing risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with risk management standards.
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Regulatory Compliance Officer: Graduates can pursue careers as regulatory compliance officers, monitoring and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, developing policies and procedures, and liaising with regulatory authorities.
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EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) Consultant: Graduates can provide consulting services to organizations, offering expertise in environment, health, and safety compliance, conducting audits, developing management systems, and providing guidance on regulatory requirements.
