Environmental Health Officer (EHO)

Primary Pathway: Public Health

Overview

Reduces environmental health risks through inspections, public education, and compliance monitoring. EHOs ensure safe water, food, housing, waste systems, and environmental practices across communities.

What You’ll Do

  • Inspect water systems, food facilities, and public buildings.
  • Investigate environmental hazards and community complaints.
  • Provide education on environmental safety and risk reduction.
  • Support community response to environmental health concerns.

Prerequisites

  • Grade 12 diploma (Regular, Adult 12, or GED).
  • Must complete Environmental Health or Public Health degree.

Program Locations

Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina

Programs

  • Health Studies
  • Public Health
  • Toxicology

University or Post‑Secondary

  • University of Regina
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • SIIT, Northlands College, North West College, Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Education & Qualifications

  • Environmental Health or Public Health credential; certification eligibility required.
  • Strong investigative, reporting, and communication skills.

Where You’ll Work

  • Community facilities
  • Field inspections
  • Public health offices

Growth Pathways

EHO → Senior EHO → Program Lead → Public Health Leadership