Department of Industry & Technology

Occupational Safety & Environmental Health

Program Description

The OSEH program at Millersville University is multi-disciplinary applied science program, providing students with relevant exposure to the basic sciences and behavioral science subjects as well as thorough coverage of occupational safety, fire protection, environmental and industrial hygiene, and safety management. Students use state-of-the-art equipment, instruments and procedures to perform professional safety and hygiene duties and to provide leadership to conserve life, health and property.

All students complete the degree requirements with a one-semester supervised internship in their senior year. The internship program provides students with field experience in the practice of occupational safety and environmental health. Internship placements are coordinated through the OSEH program and include, manufacturing, construction, service, consulting, labor and government organizations. Internship locations are selected to match the strengths and interests of the students whenever possible. And, although completion of the internship is a graduation requirement, most internships are paid.

Click here for the list of course requirements and a print friendly version of the OSEH curriculum sheet. The curriculum sheet also shows the general education requirements.

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