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Occupational Health and Safety

Discover your Future in Occupational Health & Safety

At BCIT, we are proud to offer one of Canada’s most recognized and comprehensive sets of Occupational Health & Safety programs. With IOSH accreditation – the first in North America – our curriculum is designed for passionate professionals ready to build safer workplaces.

Find the right Occupational Health and Safety Program for you

BCIT offers a range of Occupational Health & Safety programs to help you build or advance your career in workplace safety. Whether you’re looking for a full-time diploma, flexible part-time learning, or targeted micro-credentials, our programs provide the skills and certifications needed to meet industry demands. Explore your options to find the best fit for your career goals.

Why Choose Occupational Health and Safety at BCIT?

BCIT’s Occupational Health & Safety programs provide hands-on training, industry certifications, and the practical skills needed to create safer workplaces. As North America’s first IOSH-accredited institution, we prepare you to assess risks, implement safety solutions, and advance your career in this essential field.

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Real-World Experience

Our programs blend theory with practical training, giving you the hands-on skills employers want.

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Career Advancement

Earn industry-recognized credentials that open doors to leadership roles and higher earning potential.

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Flexible Options

Choose from full-time, online, or blended learning formats to balance your studies with work and personal commitments.

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Expert-Led Curriculum

Learn from seasoned instructors and industry professionals who bring current best practices into every lesson.

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Advance your Career in Workplace Safety

Diploma Program

A comprehensive, two-year program that develops the foundational knowledge and applied skills for a successful OHS career. Perfect for those looking for an immersive, full-time learning experience.

Flexible Learning

Online and distance offerings at the Associate Certificate and Certificate levels let you study at your own pace. Ideal for working professionals seeking targeted credentials without interrupting their careers.

Micro-credentials

Short, specialized modules designed to quickly upskill or reskill in emerging areas of OHS. Perfect for professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field.

Industry Services

Custom training in areas like confined space, accident investigation, workplace inspection, psychological safety, and asbestos awareness. Practical, industry-focused solutions delivered on-site, online or at BCIT.

BCIT’s Occupational Health and Safety Program is the first IOSH Accredited Institution in North America!

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IOSH is a leading voice on the issues affecting the safety, health and wellbeing of people at work across all sectors and around the world. Through research and consultation with our members, we develop policy positions that inform our influencing activity and help governments and other bodies on policy issues.

Testimonial

BCIT OCHS Program offered me a practical and collaborative learning environment that enhanced my skillsets and led me to hit the desired workforce as soon as I graduated. The educational experience at BCIT was quite impressive and one of the best I have ever had in my life. I would recommend this program to anyone who’s highly passionate about the workplace safety and wellness.

Sindhu Selvaraj, BCIT OHS Grad



BCIT Occupational Health and Safety (Diploma) – Online Info Session – March 2024

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