NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational
Health & Safety
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The NEBOSH International General Certificate Course is an internationally recognised health and safety qualification designed for people working in global organisations or those seeking health and safety opportunities worldwide. Develop practical skills in risk assessment, hazard control and health and safety management while gaining a qualification respected by employers across a wide range of industries.
This course leads to an internationally recognised health and safety qualification and is aimed at those who work for global companies or work internationally.
Successfully complete our course and:
- You will achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety qualification.
- You could use your health and safety skills as part of your current job.
- Develop your current role to take on international responsibilities.
- Join an international organisation in a dedicated health and safety role.
- You can apply to become an Associate Member of IOSH (the biggest health and safety membership organisation in the world) so you can use the letters ‘AIOSH’ after your name.
- You can apply to become an Associate Member of IIRSM (the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management) so you can use the letters ‘AIIRSM’ after your name.
What you will learn
Our course is split into two units delivered online:
Unit GIC1: Management of health and safety
- 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
Unit GIC2: Risk assessment
- Physical and psychological health
- Musculoskeletal health
- Chemical and biological agents
- General workplace issues
- Work equipment
- Fire
- Electricity
This unit includes completion of a health and safety practical assessment and report to management.
Support available
Our experienced tutors can be contacted by phone or email during your training.
This gives you the opportunity to ask questions, receive feedback and further develop your knowledge of health and safety.
Qualification
Successfully complete this course and you will achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety qualification.
Entry requirements
NEBOSH recommends that you should have a minimum standard of English at Key Skills Level 2 or GCSE or equivalent or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher.
Examinations
To successfully complete the course you will need to pass one open book examination and a practical assessment.
Examinations are held at selected times. Our tutors can recommend when you should sit them*.
For the practical assessment, you will need to conduct a risk assessment and submit a report.
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Working in Health & Safety
The Health & Safety at Work Act demands that every organisation provides safe systems of working for their staff. To achieve this, many organisations employ their own health and safety advisor.
By successfully completing our course, you could work in health and safety as part of your current role. Alternatively, you could develop your current role to take on international responsibilities, or join an international organization in a dedicated health and safety role.
You will be qualified to:
- Perform risk assessments
- Advise the organisation on health & safety issues
- Ensure requirements are met
Career development
When you have successfully completed this course:
- You could use your health and safety skills as part of your current job
- You could develop your current role to take on international responsibilities.
- You could join an international organisation in a dedicated health and safety role.
You will also have the recommended skills and knowledge to enrol on our course that leads to the
NEBOSH National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals qualification.
How the course works
This course is delivered online.
Online study
Upon enrolment you receive access to our unique online learning platform and unit eBook(s), providing you with the learning resources you need.
You can start as soon as you want and progress through the course at your own pace. Your enrolment includes 2 years of course access1, so you can study when and where you choose. This flexibility makes it easy to fit learning around work and family commitments.
Once you successfully complete the first unit, you will progress onto the next unit.
To successfully complete the course you will need to pass one open book examination and a practical assessment.
Study length
You are able to start this course when you want and continue studying at your own pace. Many students are able to complete this course in approx. 6 months1.
1 Timescales are approximate and depend upon application and motivation. Your enrolment includes 2 years of course access. NEBOSH allows up to 5 years to complete all units for this course so your skills are relevant to the current legislation. If you need access beyond 2 years from enrolment, additional fees may apply.
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Why Study a NEBOSH International General Certificate Course?
The NEBOSH International General Certificate Course provides a comprehensive introduction to occupational health and safety management in an international workplace environment. Recognised by employers around the world, the qualification is designed to help learners understand how to identify workplace hazards, assess risks and implement effective control measures.
The course combines practical knowledge with internationally recognised best practice, helping learners develop skills that can be applied across a wide range of industries and countries. Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, energy, education or the service sector, the qualification provides valuable knowledge that supports safer working environments.
This course is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders and employees who have health and safety responsibilities within their organisation. It is also an excellent choice for those looking to start a career in health and safety or develop their professional credentials for international employment opportunities.
Successful completion of the qualification demonstrates your commitment to workplace safety and can support career progression into health and safety roles both in the UK and internationally. The qualification is also recognised by professional bodies and can support further professional development within the health and safety profession.
Who Should Take the NEBOSH International General Certificate Course?
The NEBOSH International General Certificate Course is ideal for anyone with health and safety responsibilities in an international organisation. It is particularly suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders and employees who need a practical understanding of workplace health and safety principles.
The qualification is also popular with individuals seeking employment overseas or working for multinational organisations where internationally recognised health and safety standards are important. By developing knowledge of risk assessment, hazard management and health and safety systems, learners gain practical skills that can be applied in workplaces around the world.
Upon successful completion, learners may use their new knowledge within their current role, progress into dedicated health and safety positions or continue their professional development through higher-level NEBOSH qualifications. The course provides a strong foundation for those wishing to build a long-term career in occupational health and safety.