Career Details

Specialist in Safety and Health

Description

The Specialist in Safety and Health certificate (SSH) is our entry level professional certificate, tailored for individuals seeking a foundational understanding of safety and health principles. It offers a comprehensive exploration of various safety and health subjects, with a focused examination of specialized areas chosen by participants.

Certifying Organization

Construction Education Foundation

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

WSO - Certified Governmental Safety Officer

Certifying Organization

World Safety Organization

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

WSO - Certified Governmental Safety Specialist

Certifying Organization

World Safety Organization

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

WSO - Certified Governmental Safety Technician

Certifying Organization

World Safety Organization

Type

C - Specialty

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