The program aims to train intermediate-level professionals with the title of Occupational Health and Safety Technician, who occupy a position between senior managers and workers/technicians in the workplace and possess more theoretical knowledge than a technician, more practical skills than an engineer, and general knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety. Within the framework of European Union harmonization laws, the “Law No. 6331 on Occupational Health and Safety and the Regulation on the Duties, Authorities, Responsibilities, and Training of Occupational Safety Specialists,” published by the Ministry of Labor and Social Security, mandates the employment of an Occupational Safety Specialist responsible for workplace safety. Graduates of this program will be able to ensure the safety of workplace operations, be proficient in occupational health and safety record-keeping, filing, and monitoring management, follow and implement legal procedures related to all disaster-based emergencies, provide consulting services on communication and coordination with professional emergency response organizations and local neighbors—primarily at the workplace—and conduct risk analyses, propose solutions, and develop related plans and budgets, equipped with knowledge of environmental safety planning and management, and able to provide consulting services regarding communication and coordination with professional emergency response organizations and local neighbors—primarily at the workplace—and will acquire the language proficiency required by the profession.
The program aims to produce an Occupational Health and Safety Technician who occupies a position between senior management and workers and technicians in the workplace, possess more theoretical knowledge than a technician, more practical skills than an engineer, and general knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, and to train intermediate-level professionals holding the title of Occupational Health and Safety Technician. Graduates of the program will be able to ensure workplace safety, manage Occupational Health and Safety records, filing, and monitoring, follow and implement legal procedures related to all disaster-based emergencies, provide consulting services on communication and coordination with professional emergency response organizations and local residents—primarily at the workplace—and be able to conduct risk analyses, propose solutions, and carry out related planning and budgeting, equipped with knowledge of environmental safety planning and management, and capable of providing consulting services on communication and coordination with professional emergency response organizations and neighbors in the area, primarily at the workplace; and possessing the language skills required by their profession.
To be a respected and leading educational program that has internalized national and international standards in the field of occupational health and safety, adopts a proactive approach, effectively utilizes advanced technology and modern risk analysis methods, and pioneers the spread of a safety culture in society and the business world.
To train qualified occupational health and safety technicians who will contribute to the goal of zero workplace accidents and occupational diseases; who are well-versed in current legislation and legal procedures; who can conduct risk assessments and develop emergency response plans; who possess analytical thinking skills; and who demonstrate a strong sense of professional ethics and social responsibility.
Graduates who successfully complete the (Associate’s Degree) program earn the title of Occupational Health and Safety Technician.
Students must take the Higher Education Placement Exam administered by the Student Selection and Placement Center and, if they achieve a sufficient score, will be placed based on their scores.
International students are admitted to the program following an evaluation of their direct applications to the university. For more information, please visit the “Undergraduate and Associate Degree Admission Procedures and Registration Procedures” section under the “Institutional Information” menu.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
| No | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Possess and effectively apply fundamental, up-to-date, and practical knowledge related to their profession. |
| 2 | Gains knowledge about occupational health and safety and quality processes. |
| 3 | Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession. |
| 4 | Evaluates professional problems and issues independently using an analytical and critical approach and proposes solutions. |
| 5 | Communicates their thoughts in writing and orally at the level of their knowledge and skills, expressing them clearly. |
| 6 | Takes responsibility as a team member to solve complex, unforeseen problems encountered in field-related applications. |
| 7 | Plans their career and embraces a lifelong learning approach. |
| 8 | In the stages of collecting, evaluating, and disseminating data related to their field, they uphold social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values. |
| 9 | Keeps abreast of developments in their field and communicates with colleagues using a foreign language. |
| 10 | Is aware of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. |
| 11 | Is aware of issues related to digitalization, environmental awareness, the green transition, and sustainability. |
| 12 | Explains occupational health and safety regulations. |
| 13 | Carries out proactive and reactive activities. |
| 14 | Maps out the risks in the workplace from an occupational health and safety perspective. |
| 15 | Carries out record-keeping and reporting activities. |
| 16 | Compiles and reports occupational health and safety data. |
| 17 | Monitors the work environment from an occupational health and safety perspective. |
