Over 200,000 people hold a NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. Why? Because it’s the gold standard in health and safety qualifications.
Leading experts and organisations have contributed towards NEBOSH’s update of the most widely respected health and safety qualification of its kind in the world. This means that it’s now even better suited to reflect the needs of today’s employer giving learners everything they need to know and do to make their workplace safer.
When you achieve the NEBOSH National General Certificate, you will be a huge asset to your employer. You will make a real difference in the workplace. You will have the knowledge, understanding and skills to help protect the health and safety of all workers. You will also be able help your employer to comply with the law and good practice, as well as help them avoid the huge costs from incidents and ill-health.
Holders of the NEBOSH National General Certificate are entitled to Associate Membership (AIOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). The qualification also meets the academic requirements for Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH
Who is the course for?
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is relevant to every workplace, and is ideal for managers, supervisors and anybody with health and safety management responsibilities. It’s also perfect for those embarking on a health and safety career and gives you a stepping stone to success.
Trusted by many prestigious organisations it can help to:
The NEBOSH National General Certificate will give you invaluable knowledge and skills AND a globally respected qualification that supports your current role and your long-term career.
How is it delivered?
The course is delivered via online sessions so that distance learning students can study remotely. Recordings of sessions will also be available. Assessments are completed remotely, so there is no need to attend the University.
What does the course involve?
With in-depth focus on the things that matter, the NEBOSH National General Certificate covers:
Risk assessment is central to the qualification. Through study and workplace application, successful learners will be able to:
There are two modules, each with an associated assignment (an open book exam and a report). Unlike the previous Certificate syllabus, all of the assessments are now taken remotely and there are no formal examinations. The modules are:
NG1 – Management of Health and Safety (29 taught hours; 20 self-study hours and 4 hours for the assessment). This unit is assessed via an open book examination to assess what you know. This is scenario based and will include a closing interview, you will be asked questions about your submission.
NG2 – Risk assessment (39 taught hours; 20 self-study hours and 3 hours for the assessment). This unit is assessed via the completion of a written practical risk assessment to assess what you can do. Learners will complete a risk assessment and develop an action plan for their workplace – this is immediately useful and valuable for the workplace.
This modern qualification combines activities, learning and interactive materials to provide you with an interesting and engaging experience. It focuses on key skills that means you can instantly apply the knowledge you gain and add value to your organisation.
Assessments are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH. These examiners are chosen for their experience and expertise to ensure that learners are assessed by the very best from our industry.
Award Type National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (Distance Learning)
Delivery Method The course is delivered via online sessions so that distance learning students can study remotely. Recordings of sessions will also be available. Assessments are completed remotely, so there is no need to attend the University.
Mode of Study
Distance Learning
Location
Northumbria University, Newcastle City Campus
Start January / May / September
Duration
The qualification requires a minimum of 68 taught hours, 40 recommended self-study hours and 7 assessment hours.
Sector
Health and Social Care, Architecture, Built Environment and Construction, Digital, Tech and Creative, Engineering and Manufacturing, Financial and Legal Services, Leadership and Management
Fee
2023/24 = £1195 / 2024/25 = £1295
There are two modules, each with an associated assignment (an open book exam and a report). Unlike the previous Certificate syllabus, all of the assessments are now taken remotely and there are no formal examinations. The modules are:
NG1 – Management of Health and Safety (29 taught hours; 20 self-study hours and 4 hours for the assessment). This unit is assessed via an open book examination to assess what you know. This is scenario based and will include a closing interview, you will be asked questions about your submission.
The module covers the following topics:
NG2 – Risk assessment (39 taught hours; 20 self-study hours and 3 hours for the assessment). This unit is assessed via the completion of a written practical risk assessment to assess what you can do. Learners will complete a risk assessment and develop an action plan for their workplace – this is immediately useful and valuable.
The module covers the following topics:
The course is delivered via online sessions so that distance learning students can study remotely. Recordings of sessions will also be available. Assessments are completed remotely, so there is no need to attend the University.
During the live streaming sessions, you are able to ask the tutor questions, and you will also have a personal tutor who you can email for help and advice.
The modules are taught through a series of interactive lectures during which the topics are related to workplace experiences of class members. In addition, videos, slides and examples of practical inspections are incorporated into the sessions so that the material is kept relevant and interesting.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.
NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.
The qualification looks at general workplace issues and can be applied in many sectors. On completion of the qualification, learners will be able to:
Fee for 2023/24 is £1195
Fee for 2024/25 is £1295
Fee for 2025/26 is £1295
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