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Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP)

Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration

Certification

Become a contributor for free to openly demonstrate student outcomes, industry alignment & eligibility criteria.

Successful mine safety and health professionals possess a wealth of professional knowledge and experience to effectively perform your duties and keep others safe. The Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) credential indicates to your peers and prospective employers that you have the experience, knowledge of domestic and international best practices, and dedication to elevating safety and health standards on the job.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

Not specified

Cost

Not specified

Format

Hybrid

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply Mathematics Statistics and Scientific Principles In Mining Safety and Health Contexts
  • Knowledge of Chemistry Physics Toxicology and Human Physiology As Applied to Mining Environments
  • Knowledge of Mining Life Cycle Methods Equipment and Processes
  • Knowledge of Fundamental Mining Engineering Geology and Rock Mechanics Principles
  • Apply Mine Planning Ventilation and Ground Control Principles In Mining Operations
  • Apply Leadership Models Styles and Competencies To Mining Safety and Health Management
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers17-2151.00
  • Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining47-5044.00
  • Underground Mining Machine Operators, All Other47-5049.00
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

Successful mine safety and health professionals possess a wealth of professional knowledge and experience to effectively perform your duties and keep others safe. The Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) credential indicates to your peers and prospective employers that you have the experience, knowledge of domestic and international best practices, and dedication to elevating safety and health standards on the job. Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) Exam The content of the CMSP exam is based on the Body of Knowledge developed by the International Academy of Mine Safety & Health of SME (IAMSH of SME) and other industry subject matter experts. The exam covers both domestic and international best practices. View the CMSP website for the upcoming exam dates and locations. Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) Review Course Planning to pursue the Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) credential, and looking for something to jump start your preparations? This 3-day in-person and virtual course is designed to provide a high-level review of the CMSP Body of Knowledge. View the CMSP website for the next review course opportunity. Top Reasons to Become a CMSP Advance Your Career: Position yourself with a credential focused on your passion as a mine safety and health practitioner. Enhance Your Knowledge: Make a commitment continuing education and continuous improvement. Stand Out: Stand out as a leader among your peers. Share Your Expertise: Help others and share best practices at events exclusively for health and safety practitioners. Improve Mine Safety & Health: Raise the bar of professionalism by effectively performing your duties and continuing to improve mine safety and health standards. Contact us if you have any questions about this program. CMSP@smenet.org 720.738.4085

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

Completion Rate

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Placement Rate

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Locations

Where this program is offered

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