College of Education and Professional Studies
Safety and Health Management
Master of Science | Graduate
Master of Science in Safety and Health Management
Our goal is to provide you with an education or industry background in safety with the leadership, analytical, and administrative skills needed to move from a compliance manager to a strategic corporate leader across critical sectors like agriculture, petrochemicals, governments, construction, insurance, and more.
The MS-SHM degree program is explicitly built to prepare you for high-impact organizational leadership roles by integrating modern Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles. You won't just learn how to run daily EHS operations; you will master how to design resilient systems that account for human error, leverage workforce expertise, and foster a proactive, blameless culture.Feel empowered to lead cutting-edge, research-supported risk assessments and align operational learning with overall corporate strategy, positioning you as a vital advisor to C-suite decision-makers.
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Engineering Technologies, Safety, and Construction
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What You'll Study
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Courses
- SHM 501 - Safety Sciences Credits: (5)
- SHM 554 - Risk Management Principles and Practices Credits: (4)
- SHM 570 - Safety in Complex Sociotechnical Systems Credits: (3)
- SHM 573 - Crisis Management and Continuity of Operations Credits: (4)
- SHM 574 - Advanced Safety and Health Management Systems Credits: (4)
- SHM 575 - EHS Administration and Ethics Credits: (4)
- SHM 576 - EHS Program Management Credits: (4)
- SHM 577 - Environmental Safety and Sustainability Program Management Credits: (4)
- SHM 578 - EHS Analytics Credits: (4)
- SHM 582 - EHS Research Methods Credits: (5)
- SHM 689 - SHM Masters Capstone Credits: (4)
Recognized Program
As a Qualified Academic Program (QAP), Central's MS-SHM degree allows graduates to apply directly for the CSP once they meet experience requirements.
Ready When You Are
Our rolling admissions policy allows you to apply at your own pace and start the program during any academic quarter (Fall, Winter, or Spring) without delaying your professional goals.
Prepare to Lead
The MS-SHM degree equips students with competencies to fill mid-career and leadership positions and to engage in lifelong learning in the EHS discipline.
Leveling Up
Study a variety of advanced concepts and principles from areas including business administration and ethics, human performance, organizational leadership, engineering, complexity, risk management, and statistics to prevent harm to people, property, and environment.
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Graduates of the SHM program have a nearly 100% job placement rate.
on Investment
According to the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, safety professionals with a master's degree earn an average of $115,000, with director positions earning an average of $200,000 a year.
Why Study Engineering Technologies, Safety, and Construction at Central?
- At CWU, you’ll actively participate in practical experiences that bring theory to life—designing, building, and testing to solve real-world problems and gain a competitive edge in your career.
- Our faculty bring years of real-world expertise into the classroom, offering you mentorship and practical insights to help you thrive in your field.
- With strong industry connections and training, our graduates are in high demand, often securing jobs even before graduation.
Outcomes and Opportunities
Safety Manager/Director
Safety Engineer
Safety Officer
Risk Manager/Analyst
Loss Prevention Representative
Insurance Analyst
Business Continuity Manager