OTHM Qualifications · 6

OTHM Level 6 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

32 CreditsQualification size 6 monthsTypical duration AnytimeFlexible entry
OTHM Level 6 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course illustration
Ofqual regulated pathway
Online tuition £1,200 Current course tuition
Study Experience

Built for serious, flexible learning.

Clear structure, flexible access and evidence-led assessment without traditional examinations.

How you’ll study

This course is studied 100% online.

Course Duration

Study this course over minimum 16 weeks.

Start dates

Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour.

Ofqual Approved

Approved by Ofqual in the UK and Globally recognised.

Comprehensive study material

Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks specific for each unit, case studies, articles, handouts, assignment brief.

Assessment

There are no exams. Assessment via assignments on which feedback is given.

Qualification Overview

Qualification overview and academic direction.

The Level 6 qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety are developed to provide learners who have, or are looking to develop into, a senior role in an organisation for managing health and safety policy and practice. Learners will gain the skills and knowledge to understand the legal and regulatory background to occupational health and safety policy, to be able to assess policies, as well as to recommend and implement policy changes. Learners will develop knowledge and skills relevant to putting policy into practice, utilizing management systems, resources, risk and incident management, leadership, management and skills development.

Curriculum

Qualification structure and modules.

Explore the units that make up this qualification. Where optional units apply, the official qualification structure determines which units are required.

01

Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy

8 credits
02

Health and Safety Management Practice

10 credits
03

Risk and Incident Management

8 credits
04

Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture

6 credits
Entry Requirements

Know what you need before you begin.

Science and Technology

Legal and regulatory systems

Workplace safety and health

Definitions of risk and risk management principles

Principles and theories of safety and health management

Occupational health and hygiene

Occupational psychology

Information technology, literacy and numeracy

British Safety Council Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health

British Safety Council International Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health

NCFE IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Safety and Health for Business

NCRQ Level 6 Certificate in Applied Health and Safety

NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Mature learners (over 21) with practical experience at least 2 years

Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

IELTS 5.5 or equivalent qualification is preferred but not essential.

Progression

Built for progression beyond this qualification.

Successful completion of Level 6 Occupational Health and Safety qualification provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to be competent in a range of Occupational Health and Safety roles.

6 Higher-level study University or career progression
Certification

Qualification details at a glance.

The Diploma is issued by the OTHM Qualification- Awarding Organisation. Come To UK Academy is an approved Learning Centre for OTHM qualifications.

Awarding Body
OTHM Qualifications
Qualification Level
6
Credits
32 Credits
Online Tuition
£1,200
Campus Tuition
£7,200
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