Why Study Environmental Health at OCC?
Do you want to be part of the workforce that keeps the environment safe and communities healthy? Ocean County College’s Environmental Health program equips students with the skills needed to help identify, prevent, and manage environmental and workplace hazards. Upon successful completion, students will earn industry-recognized Industrial Hygiene and Hazardous Materials certifications.
What You Will Learn
Ocean County College’s Environmental Health program provides students with foundational knowledge in environmental safety, public health, and workplace hazard prevention. Students learn to identify and assess environmental and occupational risks while developing practical skills used in environmental health and safety careers. Industry-recognized Industrial Hygiene and Hazardous Materials certifications will be earned upon successful completion, which will prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution or pursue entry-level positions in public health, environmental health, safety, and regulatory compliance fields.
Core skills and competencies include:
- Risk Identification and Assessment
- Industrial Hygiene Proficiency
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Public Health Applications
- Analytical Problem-Solving
Where Passion Becomes a Career
Environmental Health majors typically pursue careers protecting public health and the environment, working as environmental health specialists, safety and compliance officers, industrial hygienists, or public health inspectors. Graduates also find opportunities in government agencies, private industry, and nonprofit organizations, with some continuing their study in public health, environmental science, or occupational health.
Transfer Opportunities
Credits earned at Ocean County College transfer to four-year colleges and universities, giving students the flexibility to continue their education at accredited institutions.
Connect with our Transfer Services team to ensure a smooth path to your bachelor’s degree.
At A Glance
Length
60 credit hours
~2 Years to Complete
Cost
For Ocean County Residents
Summer – $206 per credit
Effective Fall – $216.00 per credit
Academic Pathways
This program is designed to transfer. Where you go next is up to you! After earning your degree at OCC, seamlessly transfer your credits to a four-year college or university, setting the stage for continued academic and career success.
Associate
Build a foundational understanding of environmental safety and public health, mastering the protocols for hazard prevention and the technical skills required to earn industry-recognized Industrial Hygiene and Hazardous Materials certifications.
Bachelors
Transfer to a four-year institution to specialize in public health, occupational safety management, or environmental science while preparing for leadership roles in regulatory compliance and environmental policy.
Career
Prepare for essential roles in public health, workplace safety, and environmental protection, where ensuring regulatory compliance and mitigating occupational hazards are vital for community and organizational well-being.
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