Certificate in Safety Leadership Now Offered at UNO

The National Safety Council, Nebraska (www.SafeNebraska.org)announces a new partnership with the University of Nebraska-Omaha to offer the Certificate in Safety Leadership program. The new certificate program will focus on building strong leaders, reducing risk, best practices, and performance measurements in the safety and health field.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with the University of Omaha and the Nebraska Business Development Center to offer the Certificate in Safety Leadership,” said Beverly Reicks, President and CEO, National Safety Council, Nebraska.  “This new partnership and the expansion of our safety consultant team represent our commitment to deliver the highest level of education and safety services across Nebraska.”

The program consists of nine days of interactive learning and sharing over nine months. It is recommended for safety professionals from all industries wanting to improve their leadership skills, employees involved in safety interested in furthering their safety credentials, and safety veterans wanting to improve their influence and persuasion skills.

“We believe safety is paramount in every business.  We all know that safety is no accident; that effective leadership is crucial to safe practices,” said Harold Sargus, Manager, Professional and Organization Development, Nebraska Business Development Center, UNO College of Business. “We believe this is a one-of-a-kind program that will build on the foundation and commitment to the safety of all individuals.”

For more information on The National Safety Council, Nebraska, please contact Susan Booth at (402) 898-7354 or visit www.SafeNebraska.org.