Signal Mutual

Earn a Certificate in Maritime Safety

Developed for Signal Mutual members, Columbia Southern University’s maritime safety curriculum equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to analyze maritime environments, identify risks, and propose evidence-based solutions to promote safety and compliance. Through practical experiences like simulations and case studies, students gain relevant skills in hazard control, risk assessment and emergency management.

Choose from a certificate or pursue your Bachelor of Science in occupational safety and health with a concentration in maritime safety. You may also choose to pursue a certificate first then transfer your courses into the degree program later.

Curriculum Breakdown

The Undergraduate Certificate in Maritime Safety consists of the following courses: 12 credit hours

OSH 2306 – Maritime Safety Standards 3 credit hours
OSH 3313 – Introduction to Maritime Workers Compensation 3 credit hours
OSH 3314 – Special Topics in Maritime Industry 3 credit hours
OSH 4314 – Materials Handling in Maritime Industry 3 credit hours

Available Degree Programs*

Associate of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health – Maritime Safety
Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Doctor of Occupational Safety and Health

*Concentrations available. Full program listing at ColumbiaSouthern.edu

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Why Choose Columbia Southern University?

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Earn Your Degree 100% Online
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Access Your Course 24/7
Choose From 11 Start Dates Each Year
Tuition ranked in the top 1% of schools for affordability
Nearly two-thirds of recent grads finished with zero student loan debt

Earn Your GSP® Designation Along the Way

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals recognizes CSU’s bachelor’s and master’s in occupational safety and health degree programs as Qualified Academic Programs. Graduates from these programs are eligible to apply for the Graduate Safety Practitioner® designation and forego the Associate Safety Practitioner® exam prior to becoming a Certified Safety Professional®.

Signal Mutual Benefits

10% Tuition Discount***
Exclusive Scholarship Opportunities
No Cost for Application
Family Discounts

Frequently Asked Questions

When you join our Learning Partnership program, your members receive the several benefits.

Will Columbia Southern University honor my professional training and licenses?

CSU will conduct a complimentary evaluation of your previously earned college credits, military training, as well as professional certifications, licenses and training for consideration of transfer credit.

How do I request my complimentary evaluation for transfer credits?

When do the spring and fall semesters begin?

Who do I contact if I have additional questions about utilizing my benefits with CSU?

Footnotes

*Based on tuition and fees. According to College Scorecard's four-year distance-only U.S. colleges (Dec. 5, 2022) Back to Affordability
**Data calculated from internal Columbia Southern University financial data, based on 67.5% with zero federal student loan debt from the graduating classes of 2022, 2023 and 2024. Back to Student Loan Debt
***Learning Partner discounts cannot be used or combined with any other special discount or scholarship from CSU including others Learning Partner discounts. Back to Tuition Discount
Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth. Amount of transfer credits is dependent upon transcript evaluation
Columbia Southern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctorate degrees, and certificates
Direct enrollment certificates are not eligible for Federal Student Aid, VA funding or Military Tuition Assistance.

Credentials for Maritime Safety Professionals