Three reasons to study with UFred
Career transformation
Develop skills and knowledge that will help prepare you for new jobs, promotions, and salary raises.
Build your own schedule
Study from anywhere, anytime, with 24/7 access to our virtual campus and learning materials.
Applied-practice studies
Immediately implement what you learn at your current workplace and make a real impact.
Your road to CRST certification
If you’re looking to become a certified Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST), this program offers a pathway to fulfilling the requirements set by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals:
Complete the Certificate in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Systems (COHSES) program and fulfill the education requirements necessary to write the CRST certification exam.
For more details, get in touch with our Program Advisors.
Program Overview
Start date and duration
Multiple starting dates per year.
Graduate in 11 months (full-time studies) or 2 years (part-time studies)
Courses
13 in total.
Courses include: Incident Investigation and Response, Environmental Management and many more.
Tuition fees
$7,695
Pay-per-course model.
High academic standards, designed for your success
Our COHSES program was developed to give you the best chances to succeed in your career. It's taught by experienced faculty, and has won multiple awards over the years
UFred prides itself in offering our students the highest standard of education, and through those efforts, has ranked high in numerous Course Compare rankings, solidifying our dedication to your education.
Study, your way
At UFred, your studies are designed to match your life:
No need to travel
Instructor-led but independent
Pay-per-course model
Robust online support systems
All of your studies will take place online, through our virtual campus.
That’s where you’ll interact with your peers and instructors, submit your assignments and attend virtual classroom sessions.
Transform your career with education –
Without putting your life on hold.
Affordable fees
High-quality education at a reduced price: being an online student saves you time and money.
Leading OHS education
Learn from professors with years of professional safety instruction and consultation experience.
Support at every step
Get the same services any other student has: office hours, guidance and library access, 100% online.