Environmental, Health, and Safety
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree, Diploma, Certificate
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Protect people, property, and the environment. At EICC, learn about health and safety regulations and compliance, and how to manage hazardous materials and wastes. Earn a degree in as little as two years in this fully online program. This expertise is in high demand.
What You Learn in the Environmental, Health, and Safety Program
Learn to monitor and test water, air, soil. How to identify and manage hazardous materials and waste. Study OSHA regulations tied to protecting workers from exposure and sign up for OSHA certification exams. Then launch a career focused on protecting workers and the environment.
What Can I Do With a Career in Environmental, Health, and Safety?
Conduct safety inspections, develop and implement policies and procedures, provide employee training, investigate workplace accidents, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Take a job as an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator, Safety Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, Environmental Compliance Specialist, Industrial Hygienist, and more. Use these skills within any industry, including manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and government.
A Solid Foundation
Industrial Processes
Investigate and report
Industrial Processes
Learn about hazardous materials in manufacturing. Prevent pollution and minimize waste.
Waste & Remediation
Step by step
Waste & Remediation
Study U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations on hazardous waste management.
Sampling & Monitoring
Start collecting
Sampling & Monitoring
Learn the tools and procedures for air, water, soil, and radiation sampling
Contingency Planning
Prep is key
Contingency Planning
Develop an emergency response contingency plan.
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Complete your education in two years. Qualify for better jobs. Earn a higher salary. Enjoy a better quality of life. The benefits of an associate's degree are impressive and wide-ranging.
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