NEBOSH course and its importance for safety professionals

What is NEBOSH?

The NEBOSH- National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health is a UK-based examination board offering different qualifications and courses in health, safety, environment, and well-being management.

Levels of NEBOSH courses

Over 50,000 people take a NEBOSH qualification every year. Health, safety, and environmental qualifications are globally recognized and taken by people working in all types of industries, as well as national and local government organizations.

Awards

NEBOSH’s Award-level qualifications provide a general understanding of health and safety principles and practice and provide a perfect introduction to other NEBOSH qualifications.

Certificates

NEBOSH’s Certificate-level qualifications provide an excellent foundation in health and safety for managers, supervisors, and people starting a career in health and safety.

Diplomas

NEBOSH’s Diplomas are professional qualifications for health, safety, and environmental practitioners.

Masters

Learning a Masters-level’s in partnership with the University of Hull. Open to all NEBOSH Diploma holders who are looking to further their learning in Health, Safety, and/or Environmental Management.

However, the NEBOSH National General Certificate is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) at Level 6 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 3 in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).  A Level 3 VRQ is comparable (in academic terms) to an A-Level.

Criteria

Both the NEBOSH National and International General Certificates do not require any previous health and safety knowledge but are a good basis for those looking to progress to a NEBOSH National Diploma. The National Diploma is a Level 6 qualification, equivalent to a full honors degree.

Learning resources

Classroom and live online learners will receive a hard copy handbook for each unit at the start of the course.  If you are studying live online, these will be posted to your home address.  E-Learners will receive a digital copy.

British Safety Council resources:

• Textbook
• Unit handbooks
• Open book examination guidance
• Revision tutorials.

NEBOSH resources:

• Guide to the National General Certificate (‘Syllabus Guide’)
• Open book examination learner guide
• Open book examination technical learner guide
• NG2 assessment template
• NEBOSH Learner Terms and Conditions.

Importance of NEBOSH diploma

It is a catalyst for your career development because it improves your skills and makes you more employable

1. It is a Highly Respected Awarding Body, The General Certificate is a widely respected and the well-known gold standard in health and safety
2. Support Your Role and Long-Term Career
3. Gain Practical, Transferable Skills
4. Broaden Your Job Opportunities
5. Add Value to Your Organization in One Year
6. Leverage To Re-Negotiate Your Salary

John

Hi, I am John Smit a Captain in Fire Department City of Newyork with over years of experience in the field of Firefighting and HSE. My passion for fire safety started when I was a young boy and witnessed a neighbor’s house go up in flames along with precious lives. Since then, I had dedicated my life to ensuring the safety of buildings, properties, and individuals in case of a fire and medical emergencies.