Riverside University of California is a leading institution offering high-quality, accredited distance learning programs, from undergraduate to graduate levels.
To make education more accessible and affordable, Riverside University of California offers financial aid programs that help students achieve their educational goals faster. The university also maintains a dedicated fund, allowing students and contributors to support fellow learners who are in urgent need of financial assistance to cover their educational expenses.
Refining the talents students already possess and equipping them with enhanced skills to help them advance up the career ladder more quickly.
Riverside University of California attracts working adults through flexible learning schedules and an industry-relevant curriculum. Our degree programs are thoughtfully designed to help students achieve their academic goals while advancing their professional ambitions
Choose Riverside University of California to achieve your educational and professional goals together. Experience a wealth of knowledge and the flexibility you need to succeed by making Riverside your next academic home.
Riverside University of California offers tailored programs and dedicated support services designed specifically for international students. Our curriculum is thoughtfully developed to meet the unique needs and aspirations of international learners and their communities.
Educating Tomorrow’s Leaders in Safety, Emergency Response, and Risk Management
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At Riverside University of California, the School of Occupational Safety & Fire Sciences is dedicated to educating future safety officers, fire service professionals, emergency managers, and industrial hygienists to the highest academic and professional standards.
We are committed to shaping individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also courageous and capable in times of crisis. Through a strong blend of theory and applied learning, Riverside’s expert faculty train students to assess risks, implement safety protocols, and lead effectively during emergencies.
Our programs are designed to align with current industry standards and ensure graduates are prepared to serve communities and workplaces with diligence, responsibility, and life-saving expertise.
These degrees provide a strong academic and practical foundation to prepare graduates to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact across industries focused on safety and emergency management.
Riverside University of California prepares students for rewarding careers in public safety, fire departments, emergency management agencies, occupational health, construction safety, and industrial risk management. Our programs emphasize real-world applications, ensuring graduates enter the workforce with confidence, recognized credentials, and the practical skills employers expect.
Research is central to Riverside’s mission in the safety sciences. We cultivate a research-driven environment where students and faculty explore topics such as fire behavior, advanced safety technologies, workplace hazard mitigation, and disaster preparedness. Through collaboration with industry experts and government agencies, Riverside supports impactful studies that drive innovation and improve public and occupational safety.
Transform your future—and the safety of others—with a flexible, accredited degree, diploma, or certificate from Riverside. Become the professional the world depends on in times of crisis.