Improve your value and marketability!
Fifty to 60% of job ads identify certification in the field as a required or desired trait of applicants. Certification has become an important quality to have when competing in the job market. According to a study by BCSP, people who are certified also tend to make $17,000 to $30,000 more than those who are not.
For questions concerning examination dates and locations, contact the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
Location: Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
COURSE OVERVIEW
This three-day course is designed to prepare individuals for the Comprehensive Examination leading to certification as a CSP. The course covers the four areas of the exam: engineering, management, information management and communications and professional conduct and ethics. The course consists of lectures, sample problems, and discussions on a variety of subjects to prepare the student for the exam. Pertinent reference materials are also discussed to allow students to focus their studies in specific areas prior to sitting for the exam.
TOPICS
* An outline for study for those beginning their preparation
Course Evaluation Summary
►Fine tuning” for participants who have been preparing for the exam
►Review details and current blueprints of the test subjects
►Provide practice problems for class plus outside “opportunities”
►Review current suggested readings and other study aids
►Identify areas where participants need additional study
Click below to read comments from participants:
June 28-30, 2006
PROGRAM TIME / AGENDA 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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AGENDA
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Day 1
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A.M. - Probability, Statistics, Engineering Economy
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P.M. - Safety, Health, and Environmental Engineering
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Day 2
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A.M. - Safety, Health, and Environmental Engineering, continued
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P.M. - Safety, Health, and Environmental Management
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Day 3
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A.M. - Safety, Health, and Environmental Management and Communication
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P.M. - Professional Conduct and Ethics
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C. David Langlois is President of Langlois, Weigand & Associates, Inc. Prior to entering the consulting field full-time, Mr. Langlois served as an Instructor at Louisiana State University from 1981 until 1989. He holds Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from LSU and a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of North Dakota. Mr. Langlois has taught college courses in Occupational Safety, Supervision, Training, and Maintenance Management. He has over 20 years experience in the safety and training field and it’s a Certified Safety Professional. He has taught professional development courses in Safety inspections, Accident Investigations, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Audits, Hazard Recognition, Substance Abuse Awareness, and Safety Management. He has presented programs at several regional and national conferences. Mr. Langlois has served as President of the Greater Baton Rouge Chapter of ASSE, Vice President, Region VI from 1986-1990, and VP, Communications from 1990-91.
Michael A. Weigand is Vice President of Langlois, Weigand & Associates, Inc. Before entering the consulting field full-time he served as an Instructor at Louisiana State University from 1980 until 1989. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Safety & Health from Our Lady of Holy Cross College in New Orleans, LA, a Master’s Degree in Safety Management from the University of Arizona, and a Doctor of Education in Safety Education from Texas A&M University. He has 24 years experience in the safety & health career field and has been a CSP since 1979. Mr. Weigand has taught courses in Occupational Safety, Safety management, Industrial hygiene, Fire Science and Safety Law at LSU. In addition to teaching the ASP/CSP Refresher seminar for both NIOSH and ASSE, he has conducted professional seminars on such topics as Safety and Health Audits, Safety Management, Accident Investigation, Construction Safety, Substance Abuse Awareness, and Safety Training. He has presented programs at several regional and national conferences.
PROFESSIONAL POINTS / INFORMATION
The Deep South Center for Occupational Health & Safety has awarded this program 2.5 CEUs. The American Board of Industrial Hygiene has awarded this program 3.0 Safety CM points, approval #08-2493.
ACCOMMODATIONS INFORMATION
For the convenience of our participants, a block of rooms has been reserved at the hotel where the program will be held. Participants should call the hotel directly for reservations and mention that you are attending a UAB/Deep South Center sponsored course. Rooms rates are $169-$249/ per night, plus tax and fees (for a limited time only - reservations should be made as soon as possible).
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa
4000 Sandestin Boulevard South
Sandestin, FL 32550
(850)267-9600
REGISTRATION/TUITION
Tuition for this course is $695, until May 7, 2010, after deadline tuition will be $750. This includes instructional and reference materials. Registration fees must be received in advance. The registration fee less 20%, is refundable if written notification is received 2 weeks prior to program. Registration forms can be obtained by contacting the Deep South Center for Occupational Health & Safety at dsc@uab.edu or calling at 205.934.7178.
REGISTRATION FORM - PDF File
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Acceptable methods of payment : VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express
Please make check or money order to: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Mail to:
Deep South Center for OH&S
UAB/Ryals Public Health Building Office 543
1530 3rd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35294-0022