Ep. 20 The Pathways Program: Earn Your Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) Bachelor's Degree

Brigham Young University, The University of Utah, Weber State, and Utah State University have teamed up to help students launch their EHS Education and Career.

Build Your Future.

Make a Difference. A degree in occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) opens doors to impactful careers—from safeguarding workers at manufacturing sites to pioneering research on workplace hazards. Whether you’re aiming for a role in industrial hygiene, corporate safety, or even medical school, OEHS blends science with real-world impact.

Utah is home to four top OEHS programs, each dedicated to preparing professionals to protect workers and the environment. With high salaries (averaging $112,281 for bachelor’s-trained professionals), diverse career opportunities, and the chance to save lives, OEHS offers a rewarding and in-demand path forward.