Elevating Standards in Safety Science

²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s Master of Science in Safety Science is designed to provide a practical course of study in aviation safety, preparing you for professional roles in safety management and technical expertise in various industries. 

With a graduate safety degree, you will lead, train and guide safety program implementation and compliance issues involving EPA, OSHA, FAA, NTSB and state health and workplace standards. This program qualifies you for specialized positions in this rapidly growing, high-paying and exciting field, and job placement assistance is provided upon graduation.

Program Details

Offered at the Prescott Campus

Housed in the College of Aviation on the Prescott Campus, students in the Safety Science program learn with faculty experts in the Robertson Aircraft Accident Investigation Lab, the most comprehensive facility of its kind in North America, offering re-creations of real aircraft accidents using customizable scenarios.

In addition, the Aviation Safety and Security Archives give you the opportunity to explore noteworthy historical documents that have shaped the aviation industry, while the Ergonomics and Motion Measurement Laboratory enables you to learn how physiology and movement influence workplace safety.

The Master of Science in Safety Science is recognized by the . Graduating students can apply for the credential without an exam requirement. The ASHM designation is an important step to gain certification, which can often lead to executive career opportunities.



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Career Opportunities

As workplaces, industries and communities face growing safety challenges, professionals with advanced training in safety science are needed to identify risks, improve systems and help keep people and operations secure.
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What You'll Learn

What You'll Learn

This degree allows you to explore both the theoretical and practical aspects of safety while equipping you with the advanced knowledge and credentials necessary for success in the safety profession.
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Example Careers and Employers

Example Careers and Employers

Example roles in this field include:

  • Aviation Safety Program Manager
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Safety Analyst
  • Training Manager

Example employers in this field include:

  • The Boeing Company
  • FAA
  • U.S. Military
  • U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Salary Information

Salary Information

The average salary is $80,000 for M.S. in Safety Science students employed within one year of graduation.

Source: Institutional Research, 2023-24 Cohort

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