Course description
NEBOSH National General Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
The NEBOSH Diploma is the flagship NEBOSH qualification. Valued by employers, this is an essential qualification for those seeking a senior position in health and safety management. Almost half of health and safety job adverts specify a NEBOSH Diploma and 40% of students that complete the Diploma achieve a salary increase (source: NEBOSH website, May 2019).
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Suitability - Who should attend?
The NEBOSH National General Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety is suitable for senior health and safety practitioners looking to gain a leading qualification that will help them progress in their health & safety careers.
Pre-requisites
Previous health & safety experience is strongly advised.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
The NEBOSH National Diploma is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) at level 10 in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). For users in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, this is comparable to a vocationally-related qualification (VRQ) at Level 6 in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). In academic terms, a Level 6 VRQ is comparable to an honours degree.
Candidates who are successful in the assessments will be awarded a diploma from the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) – a nationally recognised and respected industry body.
Training Course Content
The NEBOSH Diploma comprises three units:
ND1 – Know – workplace health and safety principles
ND2 – Do – controlling workplace health issues
ND3 – Do – controlling workplace safety issues
A programme of study is based around a minimum of 191 taught hours and approximately 144 hours of self-study for an overall total of 335 hours (excluding assessment time).
Assessment
The qualification comprises of three assessments:
- ND1 Assignment (in four parts - simulations, workplace based activities, reflective tasks and a research project)
- ND2 Case study (simulation only)
- ND3 Case study (simulation only)
Each unit can be completed remotely accompanied by an online closing interview discussing your work.
The grading is based on the combined percentage mark for the 3 units. All three units must achieve a pass in order to be awarded the qualification.
Course delivery details
Online
Our distance learning course comprises:
- Textbooks (posted to you)
- Links to other essential reading
- PowerPoint slides
- Revision sheets
- Past examination questions
- Model answers to select examination questions
- Examiners’ reports
- Advice on studying and examination technique
- Guidance on completing your assignment.
Live-Online
Students join remotely using a PC, laptop or tablet and download the relevant software in advance to enable access to the tutor run class. Throughout the course, students can see and interact with the tutor and with each other.
Reviews
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Expenses
Course fee:
- Live Online: £4,995 excl. VAT
- Distance learning: £1,495 excl. VAT
Contact the provider for more information about pricing.
Continuing Studies
The NEBOSH National Diploma is valued by employers. Gaining this qualification will boost your career prospects. Diploma holders can apply for graduate membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (Grad IOSH). Many then progress to become chartered members (CMIOSH).
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Case Studies
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