NIVA has gained an international reputation through many of its courses. For example the often repeated courses in epidemiology, dermatology, toxicology and musculoskeletal disorders have been highly regarded, and the same can be said also for example for the courses in safety research, psychosocial well-being and ageing.

Course proposal are welcomed. A selection of courses is accepted by the NIVA board and director after all course proposals are discussed. More information on the conditions for proposals can be obtained from director of NIVA, Mia Latta: mia.latta@ttl.fi

 Some of the focus areas/topics covered:

• ageing and work
• cardiovascular diseases
• combining work and family/gender issues
• dermatology
• epidemiology
• ergonomics
• ethical issues
• ethnicity/diversity
• maritime health
• monitoring of workplace air
• musculoskeletal disorders
• neurology
• occupational medicine
• occupational toxicology
• participatory approaches to workplace design
• psychosocial aspects of work
• quality standards
• radiation
• respiration
• risk assessment
• safety research
• violence, bullying and harassment at work
• workplace absenteeism/sick leaves/ early retirement