INTRODUCTION

• This qualification is designed for anyone (managers, supervisors, and workers) in any type of organization. It’s ideal for anyone who needs a broad understanding of health and safety issues to manage day-to-day risks effectively. Many people take the General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IG) as the first step in a career in health and safety. It gives a valuable overview and is a sound basis for further professional study

TARGET AUDIENCE

COURSE BENEFITS AND COURSE PROGRESSION

BENEFITS FOR LEARNERS

The IGC looks at everyday solutions for general workplace health and safety issues. When you have completed the qualification, you will be able to:  

• When you achieve the IG, 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 to 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.

ACHIEVING THE QUALIFICATION

• The IG has two unit assessments (see ‘Qualification key features’ for details on the assessments and the pass standards); you must achieve a ‘Pass’ in each unit to be awarded the qualification. 
  You will have five years to complete your qualification. The five-year period starts from the date you passed your first successful unit (we call this the ‘declaration date’). Any unit that is five or more years old will not count towards the qualification and you will need to retake this/these unit(s) if you still want to complete the qualification

COURSE OUTLINE 

COURSE TYPE: CLASSROOM

Upcoming Course Dates

SEPTEMBER