Skill Award in Construction Health and Safety Specialist
Construction safety is a growing profession. This skill award is an ideal option for construction industry supervisors who are charged with the responsibility to maintain safe worksite conditions in order to be better prepared to effectively address the on-the-job safety of their subordinate staff. Completion of this skill award prepares working superintendents, supervisors, forepersons, crew leaders and other working students to sit for the nationally and regionally recognized Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC) credential examination by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| CM 110 | Introduction and Fundamentals of Construction Management | 3 |
| CM 210 | Construction Project Safety | 2 |
| CM 270 | Construction Means, Methods and Equipment | 3 |
| CM 280 | Safety Program Management | 3 |
| Total Units | 11 | |
Skill Award Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Construction Health and Safety Specialist Skill Award will:
- Analyze the elements of a Job Hazard Analysis.
- Develop a site-specific Injury, Illness and Prevention plan.
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Analyze effective approaches to mitigating and managing construction safety hazards.
1-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| CM 110 | Introduction and Fundamentals of Construction Management | 3 |
| CM 210 | Construction Project Safety | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| CM 270 | Construction Means, Methods and Equipment | 3 |
| CM 280 | Safety Program Management | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Total Units | 12 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.