Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Program Overview

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Course Overview

Enhance your skills with this mid-level qualification in workplace health and safety. You will be guided through your education to achieve success with potential employment opportunities in roles such as safety inspector, human resources assistant or payroll officer.

What Can I Do?

• Work Health and Safety (WHS) Systems Officer
• Payroll Officer
• Human Resources Assistant

Course Outcome

BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Recognition of Experience

Your years of industry experience count for something. With our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) we can help you fill in your gaps in knowledge to gain or upgrade your qualifications faster.

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.

Core Units

• BSBWHS412: Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws
• BSBWHS413: Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes
• BSBWHS414: Contribute to WHS risk management
• BSBWHS415: Contribute to implementing WHS management systems
• BSBWHS416: Contribute to workplace incident response

Elective Units

• BSBINS401: Analyse and present research information
• BSBCMM411: Make presentations
• BSBLDR411: Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
• BSBWRT411: Write complex documents
• BSBWHS419: Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes

Ways to Study

• Online

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection Criteria

In order to satisfactorily complete the assessment tasks it is recommended that you have access to a workplace with operational policies, procedures and systems. It is also recommended that you are currently, or have recently been, employed in a Work Health and Safety related role.

Resources Required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

An internet connection and a computer with a camera and audio is required for the online component of this course.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

How to Apply

Direct application

Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Related Courses

• Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance