Mining Occupational Safety and Health

While the risks involved in mining operations can be mitigated by correct processes, the need for dedicated, well-trained specialists in mining safety is growing. As it is, there are roughly 14,400 mines inspected by the Mine Safety and Health Administration each year for compliance with occupational and health regulations. Each of these sites requires the expertise of safety-minded professionals to ensure that every measure of risk avoidance is properly taken.

The Graduate Certificate in Mining Occupational Safety and Health can help you rise to the challenge of creating a hazardless mining environment. You'll complete advanced coursework in ventilation, geomechanics, chemical exposure, and other fundamental areas, learning to design processes and procedures that minimize the inherent risks of excavation. Each course has been designed with the input of experts in the industry and is taught by leading UA faculty members.

This cutting-edge, specialized training can be completed entirely online, making the program a great choice for working professionals like you looking to develop their skills.

The program requires the completion of 15 units of credit, presenting an accelerated path to new opportunities and specialized skills that can help you maintain safety. Course requirements for the program are flexible and individualized, allowing you to choose 3 electives that fit your professional environment and aspirations.

Additionally, for those who might be interested in pursuing the Master of Engineering in Mining and Geological Engineering after graduation, all of the units of the certificate program curriculum can be transferred.

Program Format Options: On-Campus, Online

Online Graduate Certificate in Mining and Occupational Safety and Health