This two-year diploma program is the first of its kind in the GTA. It is uniquely designed to meet the growing need for enhanced workplace health and safety in every industry. You will develop strong foundational knowledge in health and safety to identify, manage and assess risks in various workplace settings. This program will also focus on the policies and procedures in the care and prevention practice. You will apply concepts and theories with practical experience in field placements and graduate with the skills needed to identify and report on safety and health conditions in the workplace.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Students will be exposed to their professional environment by completing a 14-week mandatory field placement in semester three. The field placement is two days per week totaling 16 to 20 hours and is paid or unpaid depending on the employer. In semester two students will prepare for field placement in the Workplace Preparation course; gaining skills in resume and cover letter building, interviewing, job search and more.
Students must be in good academic standing and meet all requirements prior to participating in field placement. Successful completion of field placement is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a particular placement will be secured.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | King | Open |
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | King | Open |
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
International students applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): If you are in a flexible delivery course, you must attend in person. The option to attend online does not apply to you. Studying online will impact your PGWP eligibility. Please review the in-person requirements related to PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.
This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements. In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:
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