Bachelor's
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety – BCIT
Course Overview
The Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety at BCIT is one of Canada’s premier safety training programs, focusing on workplace hazard identification, risk assessment, hygiene, and ergonomics. Students learn regulatory safety compliance, accident investigation procedures, and emergency management protocols.
The program incorporates lab work, industrial site visits, and practical field inspections to apply safety principles. The curriculum aligns with the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) educational criteria. Graduates play a critical role in preventing workplace injuries and ensuring legal compliance across industries.
Entry Requirements
- High School Graduation / Grade 12 completion
- Grade 12 English Studies / English 12 (minimum 67%)
- Grade 11 Chemistry or Physics or Biology (minimum 67%)
- Grade 11 Pre-Calculus or Foundations of Mathematics (minimum 67%)
- IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 86
Career Outcomes
- Occupational Safety Coordinator
- Health & Safety Officer
- Industrial Hygiene Technician
- Loss Prevention Specialist
- Ergonomics Assistant
Scholarship Available
- Yes (BCIT OHS Entrance Awards
- Industry Safety Bursaries)
Key Information
Location
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
University
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Intakes
September
Tuition Fee
$21,535 / Year
Duration
2 Years (Diploma)
Language
English
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