INTERNAL OPERATIONS
University Academic Administration
Programs may be administered through THE A.U.’s academic schools and internal institutional processes, subject to applicable University requirements and oversight.
THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION
The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management | IOSHQ
Professional and specialized learning in occupational safety, health and quality management, supporting learners and professionals through THE A.U.’s School of Safety and Emergency Services and IOSHQ’s dedicated professional platform.
ACADEMIC COMMUNITY
Safety. Health. Quality.
Specialized learning in occupational safety, health, quality management and professional development within the School of Safety and Emergency Services.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
IOSHQ Within the School of Safety and Emergency Services
The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management (IOSHQ) is part of THE A.U.’s School of Safety and Emergency Services. The Institute focuses on occupational safety, health and quality management, supporting professional learning and continued development in these important areas.
IOSHQ also maintains its own dedicated online presence at ioshq.com. This dedicated platform provides an independent online destination for IOSHQ while the Institute remains part of the academic and departmental structure of THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES
Part of a Broader Academic Community
The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management operates within the School of Safety and Emergency Services and the wider academic community of THE A.U., connecting specialized professional learning with diverse schools, colleges and institutes.
School of Continuing Education
Flexible continuing and professional education pathways.
School of Education
Academic and professional development in education.
School of Finance and Accounting
Study and development in finance and accounting.
School of Public Health
Academic learning focused on public health and community wellbeing.
School of English
English language, communication and academic development.
School of Library and Information Studies
Library science, information management and knowledge services.
School of Continuing Medical Education
Continuing medical and healthcare professional education.
School of Nursing
Nursing education, healthcare knowledge and professional development.
School of Safety and Emergency Services
Education focused on safety, preparedness and emergency services.
School of Health, Behavioral Sciences and Education
Interdisciplinary learning across health, behavioral sciences and education.
School of Psychology
Academic development in psychology and related fields.
The School of Applied Sciences
Applied academic study and professional development.
The School of Biological Sciences
Academic study connected with biological sciences.
School of Business Administration
Business education, management knowledge and professional development.
College of Humanities & Social Sciences
Study across humanities and social sciences.
School of Political Science
Academic learning in political science and related disciplines.
School of Arts and Humanities
Academic and professional development across arts and humanities.
CIMFA | THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANTS
Professional and academic interests in management and financial accounting.
The Institute of Project Management
Learning connected with project management and professional practice.
The Institute of Applied Psychology
Applied learning in psychology and human development.
The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management | IOSHQ
Professional learning related to occupational safety, health and quality management.
The Institute of Management Accountants
Academic and professional development in management accounting.
Institute of Quality and Productivity Management
Learning related to quality, productivity and organizational development.
The Institute of Applied Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Applied learning connected with communication, behavior and personal development.
PURPOSE
Why Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management Matters
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Professional Safety Knowledge
Develop knowledge related to occupational safety, workplace risks, prevention and responsible professional practice.
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Health and Quality Development
Support understanding of workplace health and quality management while encouraging continuous improvement and stronger organizational practices.
MISSION
Our Mission
The mission of IOSHQ is to support professional learning and development in occupational safety, health and quality management through focused education, practical knowledge and continued professional growth.
As part of the School of Safety and Emergency Services at THE A.U., the Institute seeks to connect specialized knowledge with responsible professional practice and the evolving needs of workplaces and organizations.
VISION & MOTTO
Our Vision
To support a culture in which occupational safety, workplace health and quality management are recognized as essential foundations of responsible and effective organizations.
Our Motto
Safety. Health. Quality.
VALUES
Principles That Shape the Institute
Safety
Promoting awareness, prevention and responsible approaches to occupational safety.
Health
Recognizing the importance of healthier workplaces and responsible occupational health practices.
Quality
Supporting continuous improvement, consistency and effective quality management.
Professional Development
Encouraging lifelong learning, competence and continued professional growth.
ACADEMIC IDENTITY
Areas of IOSHQ Development
Occupational Safety
Explore principles connected with workplace hazards, risk awareness, prevention and safer professional practice.
Occupational Health
Develop understanding of workplace health considerations and practices that support healthier working environments.
Quality Management
Build knowledge of quality principles, process improvement and organizational performance.
Integrated Professional Practice
Connect safety, health and quality perspectives with professional responsibility and organizational development.
WHO IT SERVES
Designed for Learners at Different Stages
Safety Professionals
For professionals seeking to strengthen knowledge and capabilities in occupational safety.
Health and Quality Professionals
For professionals developing knowledge across workplace health and quality management.
Managers and Supervisors
For leaders responsible for workplace standards, people, processes and organizational performance.
Lifelong Learners
For individuals committed to continued professional education and specialized development.
LEARNING MODEL
Flexible Learning for Real Life
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Learn
Develop knowledge across occupational safety, health and quality management.
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Apply
Connect professional learning with workplace situations, responsibilities and practical challenges.
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Improve
Develop an improvement-oriented approach to safety, health, quality and organizational performance.
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Progress
Continue developing professional competence through ongoing learning and practical application.
ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
Continue Your Professional Learning Journey
IOSHQ provides a specialized environment for learners and professionals interested in occupational safety, health and quality management, supported by its dedicated online platform and its place within THE A.U.’s School of Safety and Emergency Services.
Explore
Discover specialized areas of safety, health and quality management connected with professional practice.
Develop
Strengthen professional knowledge, practical understanding and workplace capabilities.
Progress
Continue your professional development through IOSHQ and the wider academic environment of THE A.U.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
A Learning Experience Built Around Professional Progress
Practical Learning
Connect specialized knowledge with real workplace situations and professional responsibilities.
Focused Development
Build knowledge in occupational safety, health and quality management through focused professional learning.
Continuous Improvement
Encourage ongoing learning and improvement as professional standards and organizational needs evolve.
Professional Community
Become part of a specialized professional learning environment within the School of Safety and Emergency Services.
INSTITUTIONAL STANDING
Part of THE A.U. Academic Environment
The Institute of Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Management is part of the School of Safety and Emergency Services at THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION. IOSHQ also maintains its own dedicated website at ioshq.com as its specialized online presence.
YOUR JOURNEY
From Interest to Continued Professional Learning
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Discover
Explore occupational safety, health and quality management as areas of professional development.
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Choose
Identify learning opportunities that align with your professional interests and development goals.
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Learn
Build specialized knowledge through IOSHQ and the School of Safety and Emergency Services.
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Progress
Continue developing your professional capabilities through lifelong learning and practical application.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Professional competence in safety, health and quality begins with knowledge, responsibility and a commitment to continuous improvement. IOSHQ supports learners who seek to turn specialized learning into meaningful professional practice.
WASHINGTON, D.C.
An American Higher Education Identity
THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION maintains its institutional identity in Washington, D.C. IOSHQ forms part of the University’s School of Safety and Emergency Services while maintaining its own dedicated professional online presence.
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CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY
Advance Your Knowledge With IOSHQ
Explore IOSHQ as part of THE A.U.’s School of Safety and Emergency Services, and visit the Institute’s dedicated online platform to discover specialized professional learning in occupational safety, health and quality management.
Occupational Safety
Occupational Health
Quality Management
Professional Development
THE A.U. • ACADEMIC PROGRAM GOVERNANCE
Academic offerings.
Structured with purpose.
THE A.U. maintains an official internal academic program listing through its University governance process and academic schools, while the public website presents selected programs and offerings for general information.
INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
ACADEMIC
GOVERNANCE
PROGRAMS • OPERATIONS • OVERSIGHT
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
The website is a window into the University’s academic environment.
Public information and institutional authorization serve different purposes. Understanding that distinction helps prospective students make informed academic decisions.
THE A.U. maintains an official internal academic program listing approved through the University’s governance process and administered by its schools.
The University’s public website presents selected programs and academic offerings for general information. The website is not intended to constitute an exhaustive listing of all programs authorized for operation by the University.
A.U.
Current information matters.
Certain programs may be made available through approved University advertising, recruitment, outreach, or admissions channels, subject to applicable institutional requirements and program availability.
THE OPERATING FRAMEWORK
More than one pathway can support an academic offering.
The University may administer applicable academic activities through internal processes or through authorized institutional arrangements.
OPERATING AGREEMENTS
Academies & Universities
Where applicable, THE A.U. may operate programs through formal operating agreements with other academies or universities. Such arrangements are subject to appropriate institutional authorization, oversight, and applicable requirements.
AUTHORIZED TRAINING
ATP Arrangements
The University may also operate through Authorized Training Provider (ATP) arrangements where applicable and approved within the relevant institutional framework.
ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Lecturers, Instructors & Trainers
Approved lecturer, instructor, or trainer engagements may support applicable academic or educational activities under established University procedures.
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One framework, different arrangements.
Operating arrangements may differ by academic offering. The existence of an operating agreement, ATP arrangement, or external academic engagement does not mean that every program or offering is operated through that structure.
INSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE
Oversight gives the academic framework its foundation.
The University’s Board of Trustees provides institutional governance and approval of the applicable academic and operational framework.
Academic programs and applicable operating arrangements function within the University’s established governance, approval, oversight, and quality-assurance procedures.
THE A.U. maintains institutional accreditation through ACISC and IABCET, as applicable to the University’s accredited institutional status.
INSTITUTIONAL OVERSIGHT
THE A.U.
Academic
Integrity
Through
Governance.
Integrity
Through
Governance.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ACADEMIC FRAMEWORK • OVERSIGHT • QUALITY ASSURANCE
ACADEMIC FRAMEWORK • OVERSIGHT • QUALITY ASSURANCE
CONFIRMATION & AVAILABILITY
When details matter, use the official channel.
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Program Information
Information concerning a particular program, authorization, operating agreement, or academic arrangement may be confirmed through official University channels, subject to applicable confidentiality and disclosure requirements.
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Current Availability
For current availability and enrollment information, prospective students should rely on official University communications and admissions channels.
ACADEMIC TRANSPARENCY
Explore what is presented.
Confirm what applies.
THE A.U. is committed to presenting academic information clearly while recognizing that its public website is one component of a broader institutional, academic, and admissions framework.
Prospective students should review current program information and use official University channels when confirming availability, authorization, or enrollment details for a particular academic offering.
YOUR NEXT ACADEMIC STEP
Explore. Understand.
Move forward.
Discover the academic opportunities presented by THE A.U., then connect with official University channels for current program and enrollment information.
THE A.U. • ACADEMIC GOVERNANCE • AUTHORIZED OPERATIONS • WASHINGTON, D.C.
