Program Overview

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

Course Overview

The NEBOSH National General Certificate is made up of 2 units which must be successfully completed within five years to achieve the NEBOSH National General Certificate Qualification:

• Unit NG1: Management of Health and Safety
  • Why should we manage health and safety
  • How do health and safety management systems work and what do they look like
  • Managing risk – understanding people and processes
  • Health and safety monitoring and measuring
  Examined by open book examination online.
• Unit NG2: Control of Workplace Hazards
  • Physical and psychological health
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Chemical and biological agents
  • General work place Issues
  • Electrical Safety
  • Fire Safety
  • Work equipment
  Assessed by a two-hour practical exam.

Award and Details

• Award: CPD
• Level: Short Course
• Delivery: Campus
• Study Mode: Part time
• Duration: 10 days plus 1 day for the exam
• Campus: Preston
• Start Date: Start dates are varied

Entry Requirements

• Who should attend: Designed for managers, supervisors and employees who have health and safety responsibilities, the certificate will equip you with all you need to know about how to manage workplace risks effectively.

Fees and Funding

• Course fee: £1650
• Please visit our fees and finance pages for further information.

Learning Environment

• NG1 NEBOSH open book examination
• NG2 2 hour practical (Risk Assessment)

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