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Master of Science in Worker Health, Safety & Well-Being

Lead the future of healthier, safer workplaces

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Master's in Worker Health, Safety & Well-Being Program Overview

The Online Master of Science in Worker Health, Safety & Well-Being (WHSW) prepares professionals to design healthier, safer and more resilient workplaces by integrating employee health protection with health promotion. This program equips you to address physical safety, mental health, chronic conditions and organizational well-being factors that directly impact productivity, retention and long-term success.

Through a fully online format, students gain the skills to assess workplace risks, design evidence-based strategies and implement systems-level change that improves both worker outcomes and organizational performance.

Program at a Glance

  • Tuition In-State
    $639*
    Per Credit
    *2026-2027 Tuition for Colorado Resident or WRGP Approved Student. Subject to change.
  • Tuition Out-of-State
    $1,566*
    Per Credit
    *2026-2027 Tuition. Subject to change.
  • Application Deadline
    May 1
  • Credit Hours
    31
  • Time To Completion
    1-2 years
  • Format
    Online

Application Deadlines

FALL 2027

FALL 2027

PRIORITY DEADLINE
January 15

FALL 2027

FALL 2027

FINAL DEADLINE
May 1

Why Choose This Program

A modern, integrated approach to worker health

Traditional programs focus on preventing injuries and illness. This program expands that scope to address the full drivers of worker physical health, mental health, and well-being at the organizational level.

Built on the Total Worker Health® approach

Developed and advanced by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Total Worker Health® integrates health protection and health protection from safety and health hazards with promotion of injury and illness prevention to advance worker well-being.

Designed for working professionals 

  • 100% online delivery

  • Flexible pacing (as little as 1 year or up to 2+ years)

  • Built to fit around full-time careers

Learn from nationally recognized experts

Faculty are leaders in TWH research, education, and industry partnerships, including work through the Center for Health, Work & Environment – a NIOSH Total Worker Health Center of Excellence.

 

Flexible Online Learning

The program is delivered fully online using interactive and engaging formats, including:

  • Live and asynchronous coursework

  • Collaborative projects and discussions

  • Applied learning experiences

Students benefit from the flexibility to complete coursework outside of working hours while maintaining professional responsibilities.

Worker Health Career Outlook

Employers across industries are increasingly seeking professionals who can integrate safety, health and well-being to reduce burnout, retain talent and improve productivity.

This degree prepares you for roles such as:

  • Occupational health and safety specialist or manager

  • Human resources or employee well-being leader

  • Corporate wellness or worksite health professional

  • Public health practitioner focused on workforce health

  • Occupational and environmental medicine, advanced practice providers and nursing

Graduates are prepared to lead cross-functional initiatives that connect workforce well-being to organizational strategy.

Tuition & Fees

  • Financial Aid | Financial aid is available to students who qualify. Financial aid is managed and awarded to students through the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Office of Financial Aid.

    Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) | The WRGP helps students access graduate education outside of their home state without paying the high price tag of an out-of-state education. Students who are residents of WRGP member states and territories may qualify for in-state tuition. Members include Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and U.S. Pacific Territories and Freely Associated States.

  • The University of Colorado Anschutz is military friendly and committed to providing service members and their families with a high-quality education, catered to their distinct needs. The Office of Veteran and Military Student Services (VMSS) supports veteran, active duty, reservist, National Guard and dependent students. VMSS offers holistic student services, including but not limited to, answering questions about your education benefits and serving as a liaison to other divisions on campus.

  • Many companies offer tuition assistance benefits as part of their employee compensation program. Generally, these policies determine a set number of credit hours per year that the company will pay for on behalf of the student/employee. Some policies place a cap on eligible tuition dollars and related expenses while others reimburse employees on a per-credit-hour basis. Get in touch with your organization's human resources department to learn more about your educational benefits.

Admissions

To learn more about admissions requirements for CU Anschutz, please visit the Colorado School of Public Health admissions page. 

International Applicants: Please visit the international applicants page for more information.

Master of Science in Worker Health, Safety & Well-Being Completion Time

The WHSW program can be completed in as little as 1 year or up to 2+ years.

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