Distance Learning
Distance Programs
Health and Safety
Master of Science
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Delivery:
Internet
Desktop Videoconferencing
On-Campus Requirements:
None
Access:
Open to all (in-state, out-of-state, and international) who meet program
requirements
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The Master of Science in Health and Safety includes a specialization in
Occupational Safety Management.
Graduates of the safety program are qualified to be specialists who:
- Evaluate and control chemical, physical and biological hazards in business and industry
- Analyze individual and group safety performances
- Advise personnel of safety and health hazards
- Promote occupational safety
NOTE ON PROGRAM COMPLETION: A distance learning student is considered a part-time student. The University allows part-time students seven years to complete their degree work. Due to the frequency of course offerings, the minimum time to complete the degree is two years.
Courses
This programs includes 32 credit hours (minimum) listed below.
| Requirements for All Degree Tracks (9-12 hours) | |
| HLTH 601 | Research Methodology in Health and Safety (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 604 | Research Design and Data Analysis in Health and Human Performance (3 hrs) |
| One of the following: | |
| HLTH 629 | Field Research Project in Health or Safety (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 699 | Master's Thesis (6 hrs) |
| Requirements for Occupational Safety Management Specialization (12 hours) | |
| 12 hours from this block: | |
| HLTH 605 | Occupational Systems Analysis (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 606 | Human Factors/Ergonomics in Safety Management (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 607 | Transportation Management (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 608 | Safety Legislation, Litigation, and Compliance (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 609 | Applied Communication in Health and Safety (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 610 | Safety Inspection, Assessment, and Control (3 hrs) |
| HLTH 626 | Supervision and Management in Health and Safety (3 hrs) |
| Departmental Electives (3-6 hrs) | |
| Outside Electives (6 hrs) | |
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Course Delivery
Courses in this progam are delivered via Desktop Videoconferencing. High-speed
Internet access is required. For details see
Computer Requirements
Admission Requirements
Individuals must apply and meet minimum requirements for admission to Indiana
State University. See Get Started. Additional
foundation courses may be required, depending on the undergraduate degree
completed. The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is required.
Academic Advisor
Dr. Ernest Sheldon
Department of Health, Safety, and Environmental Health Sciences
1-800-654-6975
gjohnson2@isugw.indstate.edu
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.