100%
Online Coursework
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Protect People.
Lead Safer Workplaces.
Every organization has a responsibility to protect its people — and today’s safety professionals play a critical role in making that happen.
The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health & Safety Management at Athens State University prepares you to identify workplace hazards, manage risk, develop safety programs, and lead organizations toward safer, healthier work environments.
Combining occupational safety with business and management, this program prepares you to do more than identify hazards. You’ll learn how to build effective safety strategies, manage people and resources, navigate regulations, and help organizations protect their employees, productivity, property, and reputation.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health & Safety Management provides a management-focused education in workplace safety, health, and environmental practices. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills to identify and mitigate hazards, develop preventive strategies, respond to incidents, and manage safety programs. The curriculum combines business and human resource management with environmental, health, and safety coursework — giving you the ability to approach workplace safety from both a technical and organizational perspective.
The program is available online and on campus, providing flexibility for students entering the field as well as working professionals looking to advance their careers.
Program Details
Workplace safety isn’t just about compliance. Effective safety professionals help organizations prevent injuries, reduce risk, protect resources, improve productivity, and create cultures where employees can thrive.
In the Occupational Health & Safety Management program, you’ll learn how to recognize potential hazards and develop practical strategies to prevent and respond to workplace incidents. At the same time, you’ll build the business and leadership skills needed to manage safety programs and influence organizational decision-making.
You’ll explore areas such as:
- Occupational and environmental health and safety
- Risk management
- Safety regulations and compliance
- Hazard identification and mitigation
- Safety program development
- Emergency and incident response
- Human resource management
- Leadership and organizational management
- Safety-related business and management practices
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
Safety professionals are needed across industries where employees, equipment, facilities, materials, and complex operations create potential risks. Manufacturing, construction, health care, government, transportation, energy, and other industries rely on professionals who can build effective safety programs and help organizations manage risk.
Explore your career pathways with the Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health & Safety Management, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$65k
Occupational Health & Safety Specialist Estimated Entry Salary
$97k
Occupational Health & Safety Specialist Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University is proud to offer the lowest tuition of any public, four-year university in Alabama, making it possible to earn an advanced degree while keeping your education affordable. Combined with flexible online learning, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities, our Occupational Health & Safety Management degree delivers exceptional value and a strong return on your investment.
Why Choose this Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Occupational Health & Safety Management degree is offered entirely online, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world accounting and business experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone—our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.