OHS 5066 - Disability Management (Formerly COHS 4221)

Delivery Options Online: Self-Paced

Course Description

This course lays out the best practices in the field of disability management (DM), and their application to the case and claim management process. The course also outlines the role of Occupational Health and Safety professionals and affiliated stakeholders responsible for disability management and presents appropriate engagement and communication strategies, as well as legislation about disability management.

Access the course syllabus for more information.

Course Outline

This course includes 6 modules and requires approximately 52 hours of student engagement. For module details, access the course syllabus.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Recognize the impact of disability in the workplace and understand related laws and disability management strategies.
Create and implement effective rehabilitation and return-to-work plans.
Explore assessment and rehabilitation options.
Understand strategies for assessing mental health.
Address addiction in the workplace.

For more detailed learner outcomes, access the course syllabus.

Notes

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has joined forces with over 40 global organizations to sign the Singapore Accord, led by the International Network of Safety and Health Practitioner Organizations (INSHPO). This agreement introduces a comprehensive framework for occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals, designed to enhance their effectiveness across various industries.

Prerequisites

If you have not been accepted into the Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety program, you must get approval before you can enrol in this course. Contact customerservice@unb.ca for more information.