College of sciences
Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability
Our program prepares students to address real-world environmental and workplace safety challenges through applied science and hands-on experience.
Overview
About the Program
The University of Findlay’s Bachelor of Science in Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S) prepares students to address real-world environmental and workplace safety challenges through applied science and hands-on experience. Developed in collaboration with industry leaders, this program blends environmental science, occupational safety, and sustainability principles to prepare graduates for impactful careers in a rapidly evolving field.
Students learn to apply scientific knowledge to real situations through specialized coursework, laboratory work, co-ops, and internships. A distinctive feature of the program is access to the All-Hazards Training Center, a nationally recognized five-acre emergency response training site that provides unmatched experiential learning opportunities in emergency preparedness and response.
College of sciences
At a Glance
College
College of Sciences
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability
Format
On-Campus
Required credits
120+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability must complete the following curriculum. The curriculum consists of required courses grounded in project management, biology, anatomy, chemistry, mathematics, environmental health, safety, occupational health, and safety/environmental regulations. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
The minor curriculum consists of required courses. View the full curriculum below.
opportunities
Hands-On Experience
- EHS Internships with potential earnings of $12,000 and above per summer
- EHS Internship available many with Fortune 500 companies
- Soil and Water Conservation District Internships
- NEPHIP Public Environmental Health Internships
- JRCOSTEP Public US Public Health Service Internships
beyond graduation
Careers
A degree in Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability prepares you for a wide range of careers focused on protecting people, the environment, and organizational operations.
- Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist
- Sustainability Coordinator or Manager
- Environmental Compliance Specialist
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
- Emergency Response or Preparedness Coordinator
- Industrial Hygienist
- Risk Management Specialist
Through hands-on training, internships, and real-world applications, students graduate ready to make an immediate impact in industry or continue their education in advanced programs.
TESTIMONIALS
The Oiler Experience
Hear directly from students about their experience
at the University of Findlay.
“The EHS program is a great mix of science, mathematics, technology & soft side skills. There truly isn’t anything like it. You can go from taking water samples in creeks around Findlay to mock court cases to putting on Level A hazmat suits for mock spills. It also leads to a career path that is always in need with endless jobs openings.”
financial aid
Cost of Education
Students can earn endowed scholarships in addition to their merit scholarships during their time at Findlay.
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Accreditation
University of Findlay’s Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability degree is accredited by the National Environmental Health, Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC).
Accreditation status is reviewed on a regular basis. For the most correct accreditation information, visit the University of Findlay Accreditation page.
