City & Guilds NVQ Level 6
The NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is an innovative, degree-level qualification that is structured around practical, work-based training. This programme is distinct in that it assesses candidates based on real-world evidence, emphasizing the application of knowledge acquired through on-the-job training.
What does the City and Guilds NVQ Level 6 Diploma cover?
Health and safety emergency procedures: This unit focuses on preparing you to handle health and safety emergencies effectively. You will learn how to develop and implement emergency response procedures, ensuring the safety of individuals in critical situations
A positive health and safety culture: Creating a culture of safety is crucial in any workplace. In this unit you will explore strategies and techniques for promoting a positive health and safety culture, making safety a core value in your organisation
Professional development and ethics: This unit highlights the importance of ongoing professional development and ethics in health and safety practice. You will explore the ethical considerations of safety management and the role of continuous learning
Organisational health and safety strategy: This unit focuses on developing and implementing a comprehensive health and safety strategy within your organisation. You will gain insights into long-term planning to ensure a safe and secure workplace
Health and safety audits: This unit examines the practice of conducting health and safety audits. You will gain the skills to systematically assess and evaluate safety practices within your organisation, identifying areas for improvement
Organisational health and safety policy: Understanding how to develop and implement an effective health and safety policy is essential. This module provides insights into crafting policies tailored to your organisation's unique needs
Systems monitoring and risk control: Monitoring and controlling risks are fundamental in ensuring workplace safety. In this section you will learn how to establish and maintain proactive monitoring systems to minimise health and safety hazards.
Upon successful completion of the City and Guilds NVQ Level 6 Diploma you will be able to:
Promote safety culture
Learn how to foster an environment where safety is a top priority, influencing everyone in the organisation to prioritise health and safety.
Policy development and implementation
This skill enables you to create and enforce policies that ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees and stakeholders.
Communicate effectively
Gain the ability to set up effective communication channels for sharing vital health and safety information across the organisation.
Continually improve
You will be equipped to continually improve your own and your organisation's competence in health and safety matters.
Identify and control risks
This capability allows you to identify potential risks, assess their impact and implement measures to control and mitigate these risks.
Proactively monitor
Learn how to create systems that actively monitor and identify potential health and safety issues before they become significant problems.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Improved health and safety culture: The course empowers your workforce to create a safer and more responsible workplace culture
- Demonstrate commitment to health and safety: Show your dedication to the wellbeing of your employees and fellow businesses
- Reduce absences and accidents: By implementing the knowledge gained in this course you can help minimise costly absences and the need for accident investigations.
For delegates
- Bachelor's degree level qualification: Successful completion of this course will earn you a degree-level qualification, showcasing your expertise in health and safety
- Assessment based on practical portfolio: There are no exams, instead you will build a practical portfolio, making the learning experience more flexible
- Elegibility for IOSH Certified Level Membership (CertIOSH): Completing this qualification opens the door to applying for IOSH Certified level membership, further enhancing your professional status.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Current health and safety role: If you are already working in a health and safety position within your organisation, the City & Guilds NVQ Level 6 course is tailored to enhance your existing expertise
✓ Fundamental health and safety knowledge: For individuals who have already completed a foundational qualification like the NEBOSH National General Certificate, the NVQ Level 6 offers a natural progression to advance your understanding of health and safety
✓ Aspiring safety consultant or policy influencer: If your career aspirations involve becoming a safety consultant or you already have responsibilities for shaping safety policies within your organisation, this course is custom-tailored to your ambitions.
NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety - UK Based
A UK-based, work-based qualification for experienced health and safety professionals, offering a nationally recognised, degree-equivalent certification that validates advanced workplace health and safety management competence.
NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety - Outside of UK
A globally recognised, work-based qualification for health and safety professionals outside the UK, providing degree-equivalent certification to advance careers and demonstrate workplace safety expertise.