In Como, the First Graduate with Honours in Environmental and Workplace Prevention Techniques

The University of Insubria has awarded its first degree in Environmental and Workplace Prevention Techniques (Tecniche della prevenzione nell’ambiente e nei luoghi di lavoro, Tpall). The graduation ceremony took place on Wednesday, 14 October, at the Sant’Abbondio Cloister in Como, marking the completion of the first three-year cycle of the degree programme, launched in the 2023/2024 academic year.

The first graduate, Camilla Tarca, 22, from the province of Sondrio, achieved the highest possible mark, 110 cum laude, with a thesis entitled The Use of Video Testimonials in Occupational Health and Safety Training: Perceived Effectiveness, Engagement and Follow-up Assessment. Her supervisor was Professor Andrea Spinazzè, Chair of the degree programme, and her co-supervisor was Andrea Alberio, lecturer and director of healthcare professions at Ats Insubria, currently working at Asst Lariana.

“I chose this degree programme because of the wide range of career opportunities it offers,” said Camilla Tarca. “Over these three years, my expectations have been confirmed: I have discovered a dynamic and interesting profession that I initially knew little about, but which offers numerous opportunities. What I appreciate most is the possibility of making a tangible contribution to protecting people's health and safety by preventing risks. Knowing that this work can help someone by preventing accidents or health problems is certainly one of the aspects that makes me happiest about my choice.”

The degree programme in Environmental and Workplace Prevention Techniques was established to train professionals capable of preventing risks and safeguarding health and safety in living and working environments. It places a strong emphasis on practical training and close links with the professional world. Supported by the University of Insubria’s School of Medicine and Department of Science and High Technology, the programme is developed in close collaboration with Ats Insubria, with the involvement of public and private organisations. Professionally oriented teaching activities play a central role and are coordinated by Stefano Carlini, with contributions from tutors and professionals involved in student training.

“This first graduation is a tangible result of the commitment and work undertaken over the past few years to develop a professionally oriented programme closely integrated with the local area,” said Andrea Spinazzè, Associate Professor of Occupational Medicine and Chair of the degree programme in Environmental and Workplace Prevention Techniques. “It is encouraging to see that, alongside the consolidation of the curriculum, interest in the programme is also growing and student numbers are steadily increasing. Our goal is to continue raising awareness of the profession of prevention technician and to provide training opportunities that increasingly reflect the needs of the local area and the world of work.”
 

(Pictured from left: Andrea Alberio, Camilla Tarca and Andrea Spinazzè.)