Certificate of Achievement

Laboratory Safety Technician

San Diego has become a hub for research institutes and industrial biotechnology companies, creating a need for highly trained Laboratory Safety Technicians to enter the job market. To meet this demand, the EHSM department and industry partners have developed comprehensive coursework that covers laboratory-specific regulations such as hazardous materials and waste management, HAZWOPER certification, and biological, chemical, and radiological regulatory compliance specific to a laboratory setting. Graduates of this program will be prepared to pursue careers in the laboratory setting as safety technicians, hazardous-waste technicians, environmental technicians, and occupational safety and health technicians.

 

Example COA Pathway

See EHSM Proposed Schedule for upcoming courses. It is recommended that you take the EHSM core classes as they are offered for the fastest track to graduation. 

 

Laboratory Safety Technician (Total Units Required: 19 - 22)
Semester 1
EHSM 130	3 Units
EHSM 140	4 Units
EHSM 150	4 Units
Total Units	11 Units
Semester 2
EHSM 200	4 Units
EHSM 230	3 Units
EHSM 240	1 Unit
Total Units	8 Units

 

*The EHSM Department suggests taking EHSM 100 in your first semester because it's a prerequisite for EHSM 150, 200. If unable to complete EHSM 100, apply for a prerequisite clearance. 

 

Laboratory Safety Technician Duties