Safety 2009 Proceedings

722 Expo Education: A Session from our Exhibitors (Advancing Your Career in Safety)

Instructor: Roger L. Brauer, Ph.D., P.E., CSP, CPE, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), Savoy, IL

Description: This session will address the ways safety professionals can advance their careers in safety. Discussion will include what makes a difference in a safety career, including the benefits of holding an advanced degree and obtaining certification. New technology and the effects of pushing safety deeper into organizations are just a few trends affecting safety practice that will also be covered. The presenter will share ways to advance through continuing education, improving leadership skills in other settings other than the workplace, and through academics (i.e. graduate certificates).

Level: I