Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician

The Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician program at Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria, CA is a two- to four-year certificate offered at this public institution. The program addresses the identification, handling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste, along with applicable environmental regulations and safety protocols.

This program is part of the hazardous materials management field (CIP 15.0508) and prepares students for roles in environmental services, industrial safety, and regulatory compliance. Allan Hancock College also offers related programs such as Occupational Safety-adjacent training through Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General, Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD, and Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician. Graduates are prepared for positions with environmental consulting firms, government agencies, and industrial facilities that manage hazardous materials.