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College of Extended Learning

Certificate in Safety Leadership (CSL)

Special offer

New registrations for upcoming live OHS information sessions and Let's Talk Safety webinars (live or recorded) qualify you for $200 off your next UNB OHS or Certificate in Management Essentials (CME) course.

*Limit of one discounted course per program during this promotion (i.e., COHS, DOHS, CSL or CME). Contact customerservice@unb.ca to find out more.


Lead at every level

You already have the technical savvy required to ensure your organization operates safely. The Certificate in Safety Leadership (CSL) will take you further, equipping you with the leadership knowledge and skills to influence your senior leadership and build consensus among the employee group.

  • Boosts leadership capacity for long-term organizational impact
  • Tailored for leadership enhancement
  • Elevates leadership skills to achieve strategic objectives
  • 100% online and self-paced
  • Register for courses individually or the entire program
  • $580 per course or $1,740 for the program

Safety practitioners are the backbone of ensuring workplace safety, armed with technical expertise to keep operations running smoothly. But to truly make a difference, they must also be adept at influencing senior management and fostering consensus among all employees.

By honing your soft skills and leadership abilities, and unleashing your potential, you can enhance your effectiveness at safeguarding your organization. Our Certificate in Safety Leadership (CSL) program offers a pathway for you to refine these critical skills, empowering you to drive positive change in your workplace.

The courses in this certificate program are eligible for Continuous Professional Development (CPDs) with the BCRSP. Contact the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals for more information.

Learn more about UNB's OHS programs in our free live OHS Information Session on April 23, 2025. For details about CSL, access our pre-recorded CSL info session.

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Next steps

You can register for courses individually or opt for the entire certificate program – the choice is yours.

There are no texts to purchase, we provide the learning material to you in an easily downloadable and printable PDF format which you can then maintain for your future reference. There are also no additional fees, the price you see is the price you pay.

Register for the CSL program

Register for your next course to continue your learning journey.

Explore & register for courses

The CSL program is comprised of three courses with a total of 156 hours of student engagement (approximately 52 hours per course).

Dive into this course and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. You will explore the essential qualities that define a successful safety leader - from mastering leadership fundamentals to nurturing self-awareness and self-knowledge.

Cost: $580

Register for OHS 5073


In the world of safety, safety leaders wear many hats - they're mentors, coaches, supervisors and influencers all rolled into one.

In this course, we'll equip you with the tools and insights to excel as a safety leader. Through a blend of practical strategies, foundational principles, and actionable concepts, you'll learn how to harness the power of effective communication to connect with others on a deeper level.

Cost: $580

Register for OHS 5074


Safety leaders hold a pivotal role within their organizations, tasked with garnering support from senior leadership for safety initiatives while upholding professional standards and ethical codes. This course provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate organizational structures with finesse and wield influence for positive change.

Cost: $580

Register for OHS 5075



Common questions

What is a passing grade?

A passing grade requires achieving 70% or higher in the module quizzes, two assignments, and the final exam. Each component contributes to the final grade: quizzes are 6.25% each, assignments are 20% each, and the final exam accounts for 35%. You must pass each component to progress and complete the course.

Are there funding options for CSL?

Our OHS programs are not recognized by student loans as they are not considered part-time or full-time studies. However, our students have been able to obtain funding through alternative routes, including:

  • UNB Awards and Scholarships
  • Student line of credit through your bank
  • RESP's (Registered Education Savings Plan) or RRSP's - you will need to check to see if your registered plan allows for this
  • Employment Insurance

Are there sponsorship opportunities for CSL?

A sponsorship can take many forms. As an example, you may be sponsored by your employer, a case manager through a retraining program, or through a third-party group such as WorkSafe.

In order to send a formal invoice to your sponsor, please have your sponsor complete this online Invoice Request Form or email a copy of your PO to our office at customerservice@unb.ca. The PO must have the following information:

  • Student's name
  • Course name
  • Payment amount
  • Sponsor's mailing address
  • Sponsor's contact name, phone number, and email address

How do I register if I have a sponsor?

If you have a sponsor for your course/program registration and do not already have an account in our registration system, please create one at our UNB Professional Development Student Portal. Under "I need an account," enter your email address (this will be your login/user ID; it defaults to all lower case). Once you have completed your profile, you will receive a link to create your password. This link expires within 30 minutes.

Our office will match up the PO or submitted invoice request form from your employer to your account and process your registration. Unless otherwise indicated, we will register you into your first course, which will begin immediately.


I've completed a course; how do I register for the next one?

If you are ready to register and submit payment for your next course, you can use our online registration portal. If you have prepaid for your courses or are sponsored, you can send an email request to our team at customerservice@unb.ca or call us at 1-888-259-4222, option 2.

How do I request an extension?

Life happens and sometimes we just need a little more time. If you need extra time to complete your course, please submit an extension request.

I need to get a copy of my transcript, receipt, or T2202 - how do I do that?

Visit your student portal and log in using your username and password. Once you are logged in you will see options listed on the left-hand side for transcripts, receipts, and T2202 forms. NOTE: Please ensure that you have selected the appropriate tax year then you can download or print the tax receipt.

My course expired. Am I still able to complete it?

Yes, of course! To reactivate an expired course, complete the Expired Course Form and our team will re-register you so that you can pick up where you left off.

I'm done. How do I get my certificate?

Congratulations! Please follow these steps to access a digital copy of your certificate:

  1. Log in to the Student Portal
  2. Click "My Certificates" on the left-hand side of the page
  3. Select the "Print" button beside the certificate
  4. Review and save the downloaded copy of the certificate for your records

I have a question for my Instructor. How do I reach them?

We've made it easy for you to connect with your instructors. In your D2L you will find your instructor's email address on the About Your Instructor page. Copy that address then click on the "Email" tab in the top taskbar. Your instructor will respond to you in the manner you indicated in your email (i.e. email communication or a telephone call).



Connect with us

customerservice@unb.ca | Toll-free: 1-888-259-4222, option 1


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UNB is the proud recipient of the 2024 Readers’ Choice award. Readers of Canadian Occupational Safety magazine voted UNB one of the top three educational institutions in Canada for its Occupational Health & Safety programs.