Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued a proclamation declaring a full-day holiday on Thursday July 3, 2025, for public employees in addition to the July 4 holiday. Fairmont State University will re-open on Monday, July 7 and will be back to the summer compressed schedule of 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Friday.
As overseers of public and workplaces strive to meet safety guidelines, our students are leading their efforts.
The Fairmont State University Occupational Safety program curriculum is designed around the areas required for to meet safety necessities.
The Occupational Safety program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET.
Occupational Safety students can expect to study:
Fairmont State Offers a 2-year degree in Safety Engineering Technology. Additionally, we offer a 4 year, ABET Accredited degree in Occupational Safety. No matter which path students choose, they can expect to have a course of study that includes math, chemistry, physics, human anatomy, statistics, speech, written composition, and psychology courses.
Laboratory activities enhance the learning process through hands-on projects.
Emphasis on ergonomics, hazardous waste, accident costs, worker’s compensation, regulatory compliance and health hazard control makes Occupational Safety students perfect candidates for industry positions like:
| Term | Enrollment | Graduation |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2020 - Spring 2021 | 92 | 21 |
| Fall 2019 - Spring 2020 | 86 | 16 |
| Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 | 96 | 20 |
| Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 | 108 | 25 |
| Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 | 118 | 22 |
| Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 | 119 | 29 |
