Education/Psychology

RPC-SO-01-No.015-2024

Master’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Develops current and relevant professional competencies focused on identifying, assessing, and managing occupational risks, prioritizing the prevention of workplace accidents and illnesses to continuously improve working conditions and strengthen a culture of occupational safety.

Modality
100% Online

Classes Start
July

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Why Pursue a Master’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety?

ECOTEC Online has established itself as a leading university in Ecuador, internationally recognized for its academic quality, innovation, and focus on global employability. Its presence in rankings such as QS, Innovatec, and Top 3 Member Experience reflects its commitment to comprehensive, high-impact education.

Enrollment Requirements

  • Recent digital passport-style photograph.
  • Updated color copy of both sides of the national ID card or, for international students, a passport, in PDF format.
  • High school diploma certificate downloaded from the Ministry of Education website.
  • Undergraduate Degree Record downloaded as a PDF from the SENESCYT platform or its equivalent.
  • National ID card and photograph.
  • Physical copy of the undergraduate degree issued by the University.
  • Undergraduate degree registered with SENESCYT.
  • CONADIS card (optional, only if the applicant declares a disability).

  • Recent digital passport-style photograph.

  • Updated color copy of both sides of the national ID card or, for international students, a passport, in PDF format.

  • High school diploma certificate downloaded from the Ministry of Education website.

  • Undergraduate Degree Record downloaded as a PDF from the SENESCYT platform or its equivalent.

Proven Educational Technology

At ECOTEC ONLINE, you study through Blackboard, where your classes, course materials, assessments, and conversations with instructors are all available in one place. Join live sessions or catch up by watching the recordings, submit assignments from your phone, and get answers whenever questions arise. No switching between apps and no wasted time.

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Graduate Profile

Understand the theoretical foundations and evolving approaches involved in identifying, assessing, and managing occupational risks in order to ensure healthy work environments for both employees and individuals associated with the organization (stakeholders).
Identify risk factors that may result in health problems and/or accidents in the workplace.
Assess occupational risks by determining their probability and severity in order to develop strategies to reduce and mitigate them.
Demonstrate a command of national and international regulations and standards governing Occupational Health and Safety and ensure organizational compliance.
Conduct research to identify and address specific occupational health and safety risks within the workplace.
Analyze epidemiological data and trends to improve workplace practices.
Analyze data and information systems that contribute to monitoring, evaluating, and improving occupational health and safety practices.
Design communication and training initiatives focused on safe workplace practices to foster a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Implement organizational policies that promote safe, equitable, fair, and decent work.
Evaluate the ethical implications of occupational health and safety, including the balance between safety and productivity, in order to make appropriate decisions.
Resolve different professional issues in occupational health and safety through leadership, sound judgment, and the use of technological tools. Facilitate dialogue that contributes to building cohesive teams not only by creating safe environments, but also through empathy and effective communication.