Programs & Courses

Occupational Health and Safety
OCHS 1000 - Occupational Health and Safety Fundamentals

Provides an overview of the OH&S field and discusses how health and safety relate to an organization's overall management system. Introduces leadership commitment, open communication, and legal accountability as core concepts that form the basis for effective safety programs. Also explores the wide variety of functions within the OH&S field and the required resources for the safety generalist. (2 Credits)

Winter 2012


Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$341.95CRN: 46413
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Instructor: Robert Miller
Note: This is a Distance Learning course (paper-based) with weekly tutor support (available by e-mail and/or phone). Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Winter Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after November 28. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Spring 2012 Term (April-June). Web registration will open Sunday, February 12 and phone registration on Monday, February 13 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
Note: Guided learning format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$103.27CRN: 47144
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and/or phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Rob Miller in CRN 32897 in the Fall 2011 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook', 'Student Planner' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$341.95CRN: 70386
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Instructor: Georgina Hackett
Note: This is a Distance Learning course (paper-based) with weekly tutor support (available by e-mail and/or phone). Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Winter Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after November 28. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Spring 2012 Term (April-June). Web registration will open Sunday, February 12 and phone registration on Monday, February 13 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$103.27CRN: 70738
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Georgina Hackett in CRN 33574 in the Fall 2011 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook', 'Student Planner' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$341.95CRN: 77425
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Instructor: Kimberley Kennedy
Note: This is a Distance Learning course (paper-based) with weekly tutor support (available by e-mail and/or phone). Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Winter Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after November 28. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Spring 2012 Term (April-June). Web registration will open Sunday, February 12 and phone registration on Monday, February 13 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

Jan 09-Mar 3012 Weeks$103.27CRN: 77426
Jan 09-Mar 30  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Kim Kennedy in CRN 36594 in the Fall 2011 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook', 'Student Planner' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 02-Jun 2212 Weeks$103.27CRN: 54928
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and/or phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Georgina Hackett in CRN 70386 in the Winter 2012 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 10-Jun 2912 Weeks$341.95CRN: 50736
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a blended Distance Learning course (paper-based with an online component). Internet access is required. Weekly tutor support is available by e-mail and/or phone. Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Spring Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after February 13. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Fall 2012 Term (September-November). Web registration will open Sunday, May 27 and phone registration on Monday, May 28 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
Note: Guided learning format.
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 10-Jun 2912 Weeks$103.27CRN: 50737
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and/or phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Rob Miller in CRN 46413 in the Winter 2012 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 10-Jun 2912 Weeks$341.95CRN: 54927
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a blended Distance Learning course (paper-based with an online component). Internet access is required. Weekly tutor support is available by e-mail and/or phone. Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Spring Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after February 13. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Fall 2012 Term (September-November). Web registration will open Sunday, May 27 and phone registration on Monday, May 28 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 10-Jun 2912 Weeks$341.95CRN: 59481
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a blended Distance Learning course (paper-based with an online component). Internet access is required. Weekly tutor support is available by e-mail and/or phone. Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 1000 - Spring Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after February 13. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Fall 2012 Term (September-November). Web registration will open Sunday, May 27 and phone registration on Monday, May 28 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1). Register EARLY as this course is very popular!
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 10-Jun 2912 Weeks$103.27CRN: 59482
Apr 10-Jun 29  DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and/or phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. **IMPORTANT: Please re-register into this course if you were originally registered with Tutor Kim Kennedy in CRN 77425 in the Winter 2012 Term** NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
course outlineadd to cart


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