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 

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.

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