2026 Spring: Lab Safety Certification Online Course

As part of the application for all secondary science endorsements, it is a requirement that all Utah science teachers complete a Lab Safety Certification Course. This certification process helps to assure that all of our science teachers are knowledgeable about the practices necessary for safe lab experiences for students and themselves.

This course is a four-week online class.

This Lab Safety Certification Online Course meets the Safety Certification requirement for ALL Utah State Science Endorsements.

Upon successful completion, the participants will receive .5 SUU Credits.

IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION: 

• The cost for this course is a $50 refundable registration fee,  if you are a UtSTA Member and a contracted teacher. If you are not a contracted Utah Public School educator, the cost for the course is a nonrefundable $50 fee. 
• Participants will also need to pay an additional $11.50 for .5 university credits directly to SUU. (Instructions coming soon.)  This fee is refundable if you are are a contracted teacher. It is nonrefundable if you are not a contracted teacher.  Refer to this document if you have any questions about refunds. The total cost will be $260
• Upon successful completion of the course with a C (74%) or higher, UtSTA will reimburse you the $50 registration fee and the  SUU credits fee. You must be a contracted teacher with a public school/district to qualify for reimbursement.
• If you do not pass the course with at least a C (74%), you will not be reimbursed the $50 fee or SUU credit fee.