Industrial Hygiene is the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of health hazards in the workplace and the broader community. Although it may seem that some workplace settings are more hazardous than others, virtually every occupation has some exposure to health risks, whether the setting is an office or a construction site. Concerns about hazards to workers are hardly new. The field of Industrial Hygiene is relatively new, however, gaining a great deal of momentum with the passage of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) in 1970. Since then, demand for industrial hygienists has continued to grow, making this an excellent career choice for many.
Detailed information about The University of Iowa's industrial hygiene faculty, curriculum and students is available in the Industrial Hygiene Program website.
Financial Support
Funding opportunities are excellent for students admitted to the Industrial Hygiene program.
Traineeships and assistantships are offered through the Heartland Center, a NIOSH-funded ERC. Support may be in the form of tuition and/or monthly stipend. Funded positions sponsored by NIOSH are available for U.S. citizens only.
Information about the Industrial Hygiene Program
Detailed information about The University of Iowa's industrial hygiene degree programs, faculty, curriculum and students is available in the Industrial Hygiene Program website.
For more information contact:
David Asa, Academic Program Coordinator
Email: david-asa@uiowa.edu
319.335.4558
