Waldorf University’s online Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Safety degree is ideal for students with significant occupational safety experience who are looking to further their career. You may be able to convert job experience into college credits, potentially saving you time and money while earning your BAS degree.

Our BAS in Occupational Safety provides both foundational and advanced knowledge in the occupational safety field. You will explore a variety of technical areas within safety, including:

• Industrial hygiene
• Construction safety
• Fire safety
• Risk management

In addition, as a BAS in Occupational Safety student, you will be immersed in management topics that are critical to the initial implementation of a safety program, as well as the maintenance of an organization’s peak safety performance.

Why Earn Your Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Safety Online at Waldorf?

Our BAS degree programs are designed for working professionals who want to bolster their careers and offer more to their industry. From completing your studies online to leveraging your professional experience, earning your BAS from Waldorf is a smart and effective personal and career step.

Transform Your Occupational Safety Experience Into a BAS Degree

Waldorf will help you convert your eligible professional experience into college credits. Our BAS in Occupational Safety degree builds on this experience, helping you become a formally degreed, professional safety expert.

Our Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Safety degree program is approved as a Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) Qualified Academic Program (QAP), which provides graduates the opportunity to apply with the Board of Certified Safety Professionals for the GSP designation. Learn more on the Board of Certified Safety Professionals website.

Earn Your BAS in Occupational Safety Online Around Your Busy Schedule

We understand that working full time, having a family, and other commitments can make earning a degree seem like a reach. However, Waldorf’s convenient and flexible online course delivery format makes it easy to earn your BAS around your busy life and obligations.

Our engaging online courses are offered through the latest interactive technology and remote course delivery systems. Learn at your own pace while still feeling like you are part of the class by interacting with professors and classmates throughout your BAS degree program.

Learn From Supportive, Expert Faculty

Our Occupational Safety program faculty are seasoned professionals with extensive occupational safety experience. They understand the industry from the inside and bring their knowledge and insights to the classroom. Waldorf faculty members are heavily invested in the success of their students. They are accessible and caring as they take time to mentor and guide you as you progress through your courses to earn your occupational safety degree.

BAS in Occupational Safety Curriculum Overview

Your Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Safety programs start with core coursework in areas related to occupational safety, including:

• Total Environmental, Health, and Safety Management
• Introduction to Fire Prevention
• Interactions of Hazardous Materials
• Accident Investigation
• Construction Safety

You will then begin to customize your studies based on your interests, industry experience and desired career path. You can choose from electives in a number of areas, including:

• Risk Management
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology
• Advanced Concepts in Safety and Health
• Managerial Issues in Hazardous Materials
• Fleet Safety
• Leadership

This program is available online only.

B.A.S. Degree Requirements

• Completion of the B.A.S. core curriculum (30 Credits)
• Completion of the required courses in a major field (30 Credits)
• Completion of additional courses (including any supported courses required by the major in other departments) to a total of 120 credits depending on the major
• A grade of C or higher in all coursework in the major and, if applicable, in the concentration(s)
• 2.00 cumulative grade point average for work completed at Waldorf (Some majors may require a cumulative GPA higher than a 2.00)
• Minimum of 30 upper-division credit hours

Review the complete list of core requirements for this program.