Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety (BSB51307)
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work within the field of occupational health and safety as a supervisor/manager. You will develop skills to coordinate and maintain the OHS program within an organisation. You will develop a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate your own work and the work of others with safety responsibilities.
Combine your industry experience, with the skills and knowledge of this qualification, to further your career in the vital area of occupational health and safety. Learn how to manage and improve employee health and wellness across your workplace and industry to improve legislative compliance, productivity, efficiency and morale.
Who is This OHS Course for?
Good occupational health and safety (OHS) practices are essential for preventing illness and injury in the workplace, and ensure a safer working environment.
This OHS diploma is designed for those who are responsible for OHS practices in their workplace. It is also beneficial for those who want to upgrade their competency in OH&S management.
This qualification is ideal for those seeking careers as human resource (HR) officers, safety officers and OHS officers.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this qualification and suitable experience provides you with the opportunity to become a supervisor/manager, or trainee manager in medium or large organisations within the area of occupational health and safety.
The Diploma prepares you for employment as a work health and safety practitioner and as such, carries out organisation of the safety and health functions within a workplace.
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
OHS Manager
OHS Practitioner
Senior OHS Officer.
What Will I Learn?
You'll learn about OHS and risk management systems that comply with best practices, and learn how to:
- Assess and control risk
- Comply with OHS and relevant laws
- Manage OHS information and data systems
- Design and develop OHS arrangements
- Manage hazards in the workplace
Why This Course?
Because the Diploma of Occupational Safety and Health is developed in consultation with relevant industry and community groups, you can rest assured that your qualification is highly valued by industry employers, education and training providers and the wider community.
This OHS diploma has been developed under the Australian Qualifications Framework, so it's a government-accredited and Australia wide recognised course.
Entry Requirements
Certificate IV of Occupational Health and Safety (BSB41604) or equivalent, or SPM with minimum 3 credits in relevant subjects inclusive of English
Being familiar with computers for word-processing, databases and the internet is also an advantage.