Course Description
The NEBOSH International Certificate course is a globally recognised qualification in occupational health and safety. The course provides an excellent introduction to the principles of the management of health and safety and ensures delegates have a good working knowledge of health and safety legislation and the management of risk. The course programme ensures a hands-on approach to health and safety through practical exercises, tuition and support from tutors very experienced in all aspects of health and safety. The course structure ensures delegates gain a practical knowledge of health and safety culture, international standards and management systems and the management of risk. Qualification is gained through practical assessment and formal examination.
Who should attend?
The NEBOSH International Certificate course is applicable to managers, worker representatives and supervisors within all industry sectors. The International Certificate course provides a good foundation for those embarking on a health and safety career working outside of the UK. Whilst the course does not have any specific entry requirements in terms of qualifications or previous health and safety specific knowledge, delegates should have a good command of the English language to ensure examination and assessment is able to be undertaken.
Benefits to Your Business
The NEBOSH International Certificate course helps attendees to understand the relevant parts of health and safety legislation together with the application to their organisation and work environment. Benefits to the business therefore are to aid delegates to become ‘competent persons’ within the field of health and safety, looking to satisfy legislative and business requirements. Through application of learning, delegates will be able to identify improvements within the business in terms of the following:
Identification of workplace hazards and carrying out of risk assessments
Undertaking of safety monitoring and investigation of accidents
Understanding of human and organisational factors necessary to achieve and maintain a safe working environment
Producing a written health and safety policy for your organisation
Developing policies to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, customers and the public in general who may be affected by the company’s activities
Course Structure
The NEBOSH General Certificate course follows a well defined syllabus and includes comprehensive coverage of key elements of the management of health and safety. The course is structured into two five day blocks of training at selected locations across the UK. Students are assessed by examination and a practical assessment testing their ability to apply the knowledge and skills gained during the course. Students need to be proficient in written English to successfully complete the assessments and examinations.
The International General Certificate qualification meets the academic requirements for Technician Membership (Tech IOSH) of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and Associate membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
DATES AND LOCATIONS
| Block 1 |
Dates |
Month |
Location |
| Module 1 |
26th - 30th |
July |
Swindon |
| Module 2 |
16th - 20th |
August |
Swindon |
| Revision (Optional) |
1st |
September |
Swindon |
| Exam |
8th |
September |
Swindon |
| Block 2 |
Dates |
Month |
Location |
| Module 1 |
25th - 29th |
October |
Central London |
| Module 2 |
15th - 19th |
November |
Central London |
| Revision (Optional) |
1st |
December |
Central London |
| Exam |
8th |
December |
Central London |
Module 1 & 2 + exam - £1950 + VAT
Revision Day (Optional) - £250 + VAT
LAUNCH OFFER: All courses booked by 1st June will include a FREE revision day
Further Information
The ten day tutor lead course includes comprehensive course folders and supporting information, a reference book, buffet lunch and refreshments during course time. The cost of the course also includes NEBOSH examination fees - £1950 + VAT. 1 day revision - £250 + VAT.
