According to Georgian legislation, all organizations are required to collaborate with a labor safety specialist.
As a result, labor safety courses are becoming increasingly relevant every day.
The accredited Labor Safety Course at the University of Georgia has been developed in collaboration with the University of Georgia and “Formula Education,” and it fully complies with the requirements of the Labor Inspection Office. You can acquire this in-demand profession in just a few weeks.
The University of Georgia offers 3 programs in this field:
This program is designed for individuals seeking to obtain qualifications in any sector-specific direction.
Total duration: 230 academic hours (133 theoretical + 97 practical)
You can choose between an intensive (8-week) or a non-intensive (20-week) schedule.
For more information about the program, please visit the provided link.
If your goal is to become qualified to work at low- and medium-risk facilities, this program is tailored for you.
Total duration: 148 academic hours (111 theoretical + 37 practical)
You can choose either an intensive (5-week) or non-intensive (12-week) format.
For more details about the program, please visit the provided link.
If you are already a specialist whose certification is about to expire, or you have at least three years of relevant experience and plan to take the mandatory certification exam, this intensive preparatory course is designed for you.
Our course includes a comprehensive review of exam topics, practical tips, and simulated testing. The course is available in both online and on-site formats.
This is the most effective way to ensure success in the certification exam.
For more information about the course, please visit the provided link.
Who can enroll in the programs?
Anyone aged 18 or older with vocational or higher education can enroll in the University of Georgia's labor safety courses.
Who are the lecturers and trainers?
The accredited course is led by top industry professionals and international experts who have been directly involved in drafting labor legislation.
All instructors are officially certified by the Labor Inspection Office.
What is the learning environment like?
Classrooms where labor safety courses are held are fully equipped with the necessary tools. A comfortable and modern learning environment is ensured, including participant safety and access to essential educational materials.
The facilities are fully adapted for persons with disabilities, and each participant receives the necessary equipment for the course.
How is the training conducted?
Theoretical components are taught using modern, interactive methods at the university.
Practical components are conducted directly at real practice sites, in cooperation with leading companies in the field (such as HeidelbergCement Georgia, Caucaspak, DIO, and others). During training, participants actively identify workplace hazards, assess risks, and plan preventive measures.
What is the evaluation system?
Upon completion of the accredited labor safety course, participants take a final exam based on the same material used in the official certification exam.
The minimum passing score for the final assessment is 61%.
If you are interested in labor safety specialist courses, please contact us:
Email: labor.safety@ug.edu.ge
Phone: 032 2 152005; +995 599 209282
Program Director: Tamar Kerdzaia
