The Occupational Safety and Health for Managers and Supervisors certificate provides a defined path for individuals who are responsible for the overall safety of a company or institution, and who are responsible for the administrative and legal aspect of safety. This program allows the student to gain the knowledge and skills needed to supervise other safety professionals, manage risk, and manage potential OSHA cases. Typically these individuals are Directors, Managers, Supervisors, and Human Resources representatives.
These courses can be completed either live online or live in person.
Upon program completion, students earn both a certificate of completion and a shareable digital badge to showcase new safety credentials to current and potential employers.
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Certificate program will be able to:
Describe basic elements of Risk Management, Worker鈥檚 Compensation losses and risk assessment.
Understand the importance of a full range of leadership concepts and the relation between employee morale and organizational productivity
Implement oral, written and non-verbal communication techniques to improve daily interactions with employees, co-workers and supervisors
Describe Cal/OSHA鈥檚 requirement for employers to develop and implement an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
Implement strategies and techniques to communicate with a multicultural workforce
Describe basic accident/incident investigation procedures and analysis techniques
Describe Cal/OSHA鈥檚 legal process including the appeals process and how to file an appeal before the Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board
Perform basic inspection using industry standard practices
Demonstrate understanding of specific OSHA standards and regulations
Identify common violations of OSHA standards and propose abatement actions which fulfill regulatory mandates
Who Should Attend
Supervisors, company owners, top and middle management, loss control representatives, workers compensation administrators, risk management personnel, safety managers and safety engineers and human resources personnel.
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OSHM Certificate Requirements
To earn the Occupational Safety and Health for Managers and Supervisors certificate, the individual will have to successfully complete 8 required courses and 3 elective courses. All of the required courses must be completed through CSUDH OTI Education Center. All courses must be completed within a 5-year period.
Courses taken through other official OSHA Training Institute Education Centers can be used to fulfill up to 3 elective courses for the certificate of completion.
To earn the Occupational Safety and Health Certificate for Managers and Supervisors, participants must complete a total of 11 courses: eight (8) Required Courses and three (3) Elective Courses.
Courses are offered for continuing Education Units (CEUs). Nationally recognized standards govern attendance requirements to earn CEU credits. A permanent record is established and students may request CSU Dominguez Hills鈥� transcript either online or by calling the University Records office. Students not pursuing the certificate of completion may take individual courses.
Class Time: 188 Hours 鈥� typically completed in two semesters, dependent on course selection
Other Time, including lab: All Courses have lab components that may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Class Schedules: 鈥擠ay and weekend classes 鈥擲chedule dependent on elective course selections
Program Prerequisites: 鈥擜t least high school-level math, reading, language and writing skills 鈥擬inimum 2 years of experience in the industry in which you intend to apply this training
Equipment Used in Program: Personal Protective Equipment
Target Occupations: Occupational Health and Safety Specialists, Safety Professionals, Safety Managers, Safety Engineers, Risk Assessment Coordinators, Supervisors of all industries
Target Sector: All Industries
Program Cost
Range: $5,285鈥�$5,790 | Dependent on Course Elective selection
(If attending on campus, parking fees are required. There are two options: $10/day for daily parking permits or $200 for semester permits.)
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Location, Modality & Attendance: Class Requirements
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC) at 好色先生, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) offers flexible learning options. Most courses are available in a听dual-modality format, allowing students to attend either on campus at CSUDH, or live online via Zoom.听
Courses listed as "Online and On-Campus" are interactive, instructor-led courses conducted simultaneously in a classroom and live online. Students choose their preferred modality at registration and attend either fully in person or fully online; a combination of both is not available.听
Per OSHA鈥檚 guidelines for VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) courses:
Students are REQUIRED to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times to the instructor and facilitator during the class. Unfortunately, if a student cannot comply with this requirement, they will not be able to attend the class.
Students are REQUIRED to attend all days and times听in order to receive a course completion certificate and/or trainer card.
Students must use a desktop or laptop to participate. Tablets or phones are not allowed for the main class activities/lectures; however, you can use a phone for the 2nd camera for TESTING ONLY.
Note: Some courses may be offered on campus only.
Please refer to our OSHA Course Schedule for specific modality and location details and review the General OSHA FAQs (and all emailed instructions) prior to the course start date.听
Financial Assistance: WIOA Funding for OSHA Students
Many working professionals overlook a valuable source of education funding: their employer.
In addition to traditional financial aid or student loans, many organizations offer benefits such as tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, or professional development funding to support employee growth. These programs can help offset the cost of certificates, degrees, and training opportunities while enabling employees to build new skills and advance their careers.听
When preparing to request support, it鈥檚 important to clearly connect your education goals to organizational value. Employers often invest in professional development because it strengthens workforce capabilities and supports long-term success. By framing your request around shared benefits, you can make a compelling case for funding.
Why employers support professional development:
Builds practical, job-relevant skills
Improves employee performance and efficiency
Increases retention and engagement
Develops internal expertise and future leaders
Considering employer funding as part of your education plan can make your professional goals more accessible and impactful, while delivering meaningful value to both you and your organization.
A Certificate of Completion and/or Digital Badges are awarded upon successful completion of the required courses.
Upon successful program completion, graduates will earn an official certificate alongside shareable digital badges. These modern, verifiable credentials offer a secure way to demonstrate workforce-ready skills, a solid foundation in core program principles, and the practical real-world application of industry standards on resumes and professional networking platforms.
听Once you have completed all the required courses, REQUEST YOUR CERTIFICATE/BADGES via our online application! The processing time is approximately 4-6 weeks from the time of submission and includes both a digital certificate link and a printed physical certificate.
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The Occupational Safety and Health for Managers and Supervisors certificate provides a defined path for individuals who are responsible for the overall safety of a company or institution, and who are responsible for the administrative and legal aspect of safety. This program allows the student to gain the knowledge and skills needed to supervise other safety professionals, manage risk, and manage potential OSHA cases. Typically these individuals are Directors, Managers, Supervisors, and Human Resources representatives.