This globally respected qualification (also known as the National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety) is designed for supervisors, managers and those who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues, with the qualification providing an in-depth overview of how to effectively manage risk, in a variety of organisations.
At Preston College, as a certified NEBOSH Silver Learning Partner, on this course you will learn how to minimise injuries in the workplace, boost employee wellbeing and develop your organisations health and safety culture
Ideal for those already in positions with health and safety responsibilities, as well as those looking to take their first steps onto a professional health and safety career, the course also affords an excellent foundation for further professional study and career development.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The syllabus of the course is mapped to the National Occupational Standards for Health and Safety, including the following Learning Outcomes:
Effectively manage health and safety
Identify and control common workplace hazards
Measure if you’ve been successful
Understand the UK’s legal requirements
Confidently carry out risk assessments
Develop and implement a detailed action plan
Manage and minimise workplace risks
Support and develop your company’s health and safety culture
For more information about the NEBOSH syllabus please click here
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
All learners on the course must complete and pass modules which are assessed separately, with assessment methods including a written exam and a practical risk assessment project based on the individual’s own workplace. The practical assessment will evidence the application of taught occupational health and safety principles.
Unit NG1 is assessed by a scenario based assessment completed at home and submitted online to NEBOSH. You have 24 hours to complete this.
Unit NG2 is a practical risk assessment, carried out at your workplace and submitted online.
HOW MUCH WILL THIS COURSE COST?
The current costing of this course is £850 (as dated September 2023).
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
You can progress to higher level studies and/or work within the health and safety industry.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?
Successful completion of the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety provides individuals with Associate Membership (AIOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). In addition, holders of the National General Certificate who can demonstrate at least 5 years in a health and safety role are eligible to apply for entry to the grade of Technician (TECH IOSH) with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), meaning the qualification can add real value to your business. The course also satisfies the eligibility requirements for Associate Membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (AIIRSM), whilst also providing progression opportunities onto higher level study.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.
NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.
