Welcome to Occupational Safety and Health Management at GVSU!


The fully ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health Management (OSHM) degree at Grand Valley is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills for entry-level positions in safety management, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection, while concurrently laying the groundwork for professional certification. The demand for proficient, fully-qualified safety professionals is on the rise in Michigan and across the nation. 

OSHM Curriculum


WHY STUDY OSHM AT GVSU?

Accredited program
Teaching-oriented approach
Professional certification upon graduation
Hands-on Learning
Paid internships
Nearly 100% job placement

OSH Students on a trip to HexArmor in 2022

“Another fun fact about me - I received my stormwater operator certification after completing an Environmental Regulations class at GVSU and passing EGLE's Stormwater Operator exam. Within my EHS department at work, the EHS Manager and Sustainability Coordinator handle the majority of the stormwater compliance. But as a new EHS professional, I enjoy being able to assist and learn from them”

Kasey Wesley '20
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Mission

To prepare exceptional professionals who will impact the safety and health of today and tomorrow's workforce.

Vision

To create a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, ethical behavior, and encourages life long learning.

Core Values

  • Professional and ethical behavior
  • Respect and appreciation of differences
  • Life long learning
  • Social responsibility

News

Michigan Safety Conference 2025

Michigan Safety Conference 2025

The Michigan Safety Conference will be held on April 15th and 16th, 2025 in Lansing, MI.

Feb 14, 2025

Winter 2025 Career and Internship Fair

Winter 2025 Career and Internship Fair

The GVSU Winter Career and Internship Fair is scheduled for Thursday, February 20th at 1pm. Learn more at gvsu.edu/osh/cif

Jan 14, 2025

OSH Finals Schedule

OSH Finals Schedule

The Final Exam schedule for Fall 2024.

Dec 3, 2024

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Events

Career and Internship Fair

February 20, 2025 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

The Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of all majors!...

Michigan Safety Conference 2025

April 15, 2025 All Day

The Michigan Safety Conference is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the improvement of workplace safety and health practices in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Safety...

Michigan Safety Conference 2025

April 16, 2025 All Day

The Michigan Safety Conference is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the improvement of workplace safety and health practices in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Safety...

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Senior / Alumni Spotlights

Hannah Heise '17 Spotlight

Hannah Heise '17

"The OSH program at GVSU helped me grow in those areas gave me the best start to my career that I could ask for. My biggest piece of advice to college students and new graduates is simple: Ask a million questions. There is no such thing as too many!"

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