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Hazardous Materials and Waste Management ,Certificate

Hazardous Materials and Waste Management, Certificate

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Description

The certificate program in hazardous materials and waste management is designed to provide current and prospective employees of industry and government with a comprehensive and practical curriculum of study in hazardous materials management. The certificate program features instruction by faculty, attorneys and professionals who work in the specific area in which they teach.

Students enrolled in this certificate program are offered several industry-required courses by the Environmental and Resources Management professional development program targeted at environmental professionals who engage in management and transportation of hazardous materials and waste: the Occupational Safety and Health Administration-mandated 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response course; the 16-hour initial Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification course; and their corresponding eight-hour refresher courses. These training courses are provided to certificate students at less than 15% of the actual cost to support their professional development.

At a glance
Program requirements

The certificate in hazardous materials and waste management requires 18 credit hours. Students must complete six selected courses (four required and two electives) and earn a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or higher to receive the certificate.
Core Courses -- 12 credit hours
Elective Courses -- 6 credit hours
Please note - ERM 402 has a prerequisite of ERM 302.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.

Enrollment requirements

The certificate in hazardous materials and waste management is available to all ASU students in good standing, except those pursuing any program in environmental and resource management.

To add the certificate in hazardous materials and waste management, a student must hold, at minimum, junior status and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded prior to the award of an undergraduate degree. A student already holding an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.

Program learning outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:

  • Evaluate environmental policies and regulations that apply to environmental and resource management.
  • Apply management, scientific, and technical solutions to natural and anthropogenic environmental problems.
Career opportunities

Graduates with the skills gained in this certificate program are in high demand and can find work in industry, governmental management and regulatory agencies or in policymaking organizations.

Graduates are firmly grounded in the scientific, technical and legal problems facing hazardous waste managers in today's business climate. They are prepared to be waste, health and safety professionals in industrial settings such as manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, or environmental engineering consulting firms. They also ensure compliance with OSHA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requirements in manufacturing operations, water and wastewater treatment facilities, or local governments. On the regulatory side, graduates work for agencies such as the EPA or state and county departments of environmental quality.

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What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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