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Summer 25 | May - August

Fall 25 | September - August

Winter 26 | January - December

 

Working for private and public sector organizations, occupational health and safety managers keep employees safe and ensure their work environment is a healthy one. Acquire an understanding of legislation, workplace hazards, and occupational illnesses in order to manage the occupational health and safety function in the workplace.

Overview

This is a Western University accredited Diploma program. The program combines 10 courses taken from September to April with a four-month work integrated learning placement from May to August. 

Duration: One year, full-time or two years, part-time

Start: September, January

Location: In class or Online (Online only available for September intake)

 

Program: Nine required courses + One four-month practicum

Full-Time Duration: One year | Fall: September to August | Winter: January to December

Part-Time Duration: Two years |

Fall: Year one: September to April (5 courses), Year two: September to August (5 courses + practicum)

Winter: Year one: January to August (5 courses), Year two: January to December (5 courses + practicum)

Start: September, January

Location: In class or Online, asynchronous (Online only available for September intake)

The practicum component of our Diploma programs is a culmination of your work in the classroom and the bridge to a great career in your target industry. Gain valuable hands-on experience with mentorship from industry professionals, uniting theory and practice in the real world of work. Students must successfully complete all ten required courses and the practicum placement in order to satisfy program requirements and graduate with a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management. 

Learn more about the four month practicum placement here.

Cost:

 Application Fee $100 (non-refundable) 
 Western Ancillary Fees $2000 
 Domestic Tuition $9000 
 International Tuition $21,500

Financial Aid: This program is OSAP eligible. Explore other available Bursaries and Awards here.

Note: Program fees do not include any costs for class materials such as textbooks and software. Ancillary fees are an approximation, calculate your fees here.

Admission Requirements: Undergraduate Degree in health sciences, engineering, environmental science, management and organizational studies, or a related field, with a minimum average of 70% in the last two years of study

International Requirements: A minimum overall average of 70% (around a B- or 2.7 GPA) in your Bachelor's degree in health sciences, engineering, environmental science, management and organizational studies, or a related field, as calculated by Western and after translation to Canadian GPA.

Application Deadline: Fall: August 15, Winter: September 1

Canadian Registered Safety Professional CRSP® Designation: This program is recognized as an approved academic program for the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP®) designation.  

Applications

To enroll in this certificate start by selecting one of the following applications

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SUMMER 2025

FALL 2025

WINTER 2026

Courses

Required

11 Course(s)

10 Courses + 1 Practicum
Required