For 20 years, the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) program has helped workers master the core competencies necessary to be successful in the occupational safety and health field. COSS is ideal for those new to safety or someone looking for a refresher. The only prerequisite for COSS is a high school diploma.
The Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers (COSM) program is designed to help safety professionals advance in their careers. COSM offers specialized training for those with a minimum of 2 years of safety, health or environmental work experience.
Upon completion of the COSS program, safety professionals will be able to:
Upon completion of the COSM program, safety leaders will walk away with extensive knowledge regarding:
Daily homework & quizzes
Daily Compliance Moments (performing analyses of hazardous conditions)
10-minute Safety Presentation
Proctored Final Exam
“COSS is a great in-depth, knowledgeable, intense course to take. I feel I’m ready to help any company with all of their occupational safety needs after taking this quality course!”
“After taking the COSS class, I feel 100-percent more confident and knowledgeable in my new position.”
“The best training course I’ve attended in a long time.”
“I am much better equipped to recognize, control and prevent hazards. Great course. A must for any technical professional.”
“The best learning experience in my 13+ year safety career.”
“I first took COSS training in 2010 after realizing the need for external training. It wasn’t until 2014, I believe, that other employees started taking the COSS training. Since then, many others have followed suit. Just want to say thank you for the training, which was very beneficial in my career as an Operations Manager.”