Health and Safety

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

National Diploma, Level 6 - National Examining Board for Occupational Safety & Health (NEBOSH)

Level

Level Six

What's it all about?

This diploma is the qualification for aspiring health and safety professionals, building directly upon the foundation of knowledge provided by the NEBOSH National General Certificate. It is designed to provide the underpinning knowledge for a professional career in health and safety and also provides a sound basis for progression to postgraduate study. It is suitable for newly appointed health and safety practitioners and those with substantial experience - it equips holders to advise on effective management of risk across a range of employment sectors.

Progression

The NEBOSH National Diploma is recognised by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) - as fulfilling the academic requirements for Charted Membership (CMIOSH) conferring the official title of Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner. It is also accepted by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) as meeting their requirements for full membership.

Entry Requirements

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of programme you will need one of the following:

60-120 UCAS tariff points - any combination
a BTEC national award in a related subject
an NVQ level 3 in a related subject
equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration

One year

Business Benefits

This course will provide the underpinning knowledge to safety professionals wanting to take their safety qualification to the next level, which can lead to full chartered status of the Institute of Occupational Safety & Health. This course is aimed at safety managers and officers.

Are there any exams?

Assessment is by three written examinations, one per unit, and one assignment. All assessment is externally set and marked by NEBOSH.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The course includes the following modules:

managing health and safety
hazardous agents in the workplace
work equipment.

When can I study?

Thursdays, 9.00am - 4.30pm

Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.