OSHA and Workforce Education
The National Resource Center, OSHA Training Institute Education Center through WVU Safety and Health Extension gives you a clear, direct path to earning your Certified Safety Specialist Credential (CSS), trusted across industries and respected by employers.
Become a Certified Safety Specialist
To begin registration, use the search box in the Genius Catalog to find and select your course of interest.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: CONSTRUCTION (CSS-C)
Focuses on the safety challenges of the construction industry.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: GENERAL INDUSTRY (CSS-GI)
Addresses the many safety challenges found in general industry settings.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: HEALTHCARE (CSS-H)
Prepares you for the safety challenges specific to healthcare settings.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE (CSS-IH)
Equips you with the skills to identify, evaluate, and control workplace health hazards.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: MARITIME (CSS-M)
Concentrates on the distinct, often high-risk, safety challenges found in maritime environments.
CERTIFIED SAFETY SPECIALIST: OIL AND GAS (CSS-OG)
Addresses the distinct and dangerous safety concerns found within the oil and gas industry.
OSHA-Authorized Professional Safety Training
Our OSHA-authorized courses are led by industry experts who equip you with the practical skills and technical knowledge you need to advance your career and protect your workforce. Through online synchronous live class sessions, you’ll build a strong foundation in safety fundamentals and develop the specialized capabilities required to excel in your field.
As you progress in your safety career you’ll also unlock opportunities to continue your professional growth, including the option to enroll in the Certified Safety Trainer (CST) program.
Take the next step - elevate your expertise, strengthen workplace safety, and move your career forward.
Note: Students must be based in the United States to align with OSHA jurisdiction and guidelines.