International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Provide in-depth focus on the things that matter, the International General Certificate covers the core skills you need, wherever in the world you work

Entry Requirements

High school certificate plus High A2 English Language level (diagnostic assessment to be undertaken on application) Fast-track available.

Method of Study and Assessment

Classroom: Blended classroom delivery, online learning, practical skills in realistic working environments
A 2 hour written question paper and a 2 hour practical assessment
Workplace Experience: Trainees will be registered with employers or on a sponsorship program to allow them to undertake training before commencing their employment duties within the workplace or continue to further study.
Portfolio of evidence completed in the workplace plus online theory exam

The aims of this qualification are to: Provide in-depth focus on the things that matter, the International General Certificate covers the core skills you need, wherever in the world you work. You will learn:

How to effectively manage health and safety
How to identify and control common workplace hazards
How to measure if you’ve been successful
Relevant key international standards

The International General Certificate will give you invaluable knowledge and skills AND a globally respected qualification that supports your current role and your long-term career.

The qualification is:

Relevant to every workplace
Ideal for managers, supervisors, or anybody with health and safety management responsibilities

Perfect for those embarking on a health and safety career

Professional Body Recognition

Holders of the International 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

Qualification Structure

Core Skills

Elementary English

Mandatory Technical Units

IG1

Why we should manage workplace health and safety
How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
Managing risk – understanding people and processes
Health and safety monitoring and measuring

IG2

Physical and psychological health
Musculoskeletal health
Chemical and biological agents
General workplace issues
Work equipment
Fire
Electricity

NEBOSH is a leading global organisation, which provides health, safety and environmental qualifications. Our internationally recognised qualifications help to raise the competence of safety and environmental professionals as well as individuals at all levels in the workplace.