NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Develop the skills to create a safe and healthy workplace

The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) is renowned worldwide as a top-tier qualification in the field of health and safety. It equips individuals with comprehensive knowledge and skills to safeguard people from harm and elevate their company's performance.

NEBOSH Certificate Course Facts
Learning Methods	Online, Distance or Virtual
Units	IG1: Management of Health and Safety IG2: Practical Risk Assessment
Exams	Online open book exam Workplace-based risk assessment
Entry Requirements	Literate in the English Language

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Benefits of the NEBOSH Certificate

By passing the NEBOSH Certificate, you'll be able to:

Make sure people are safe from harm by reducing risk in your workplace
Protect your company from prosecution by making sure it is health and safety compliant
Kick-start your health and safety career with a globally recognised qualification
Become more valuable to your employer by helping them improve their safety performance

What's Covered in the NEBOSH International General Certificate?

The 2018 syllabus update reflects the responsibilities of a real-life health and safety professional. It focuses on the practical skills needed to manage everyday risks faced by individuals, aiming to protect both people and profits.

The certificate is comprised of two core units:

Unit IG1: Management of health and safety
Unit IG2: Practical risk assessment

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How is the NEBOSH Certificate Assessed?

The NEBOSH General Certificate is assessed in a two-step process:

IG1: An online open book exam (OBE) and supporting closing interview
IG2: A workplace-based practical risk assessment

Successful completion of both assessments is necessary to attain the qualification.

The open book exam replaces the traditional 2-hour written exam for Unit IG1 of the NEBOSH General Certificate. This innovative approach allows you to take both exams comfortably from your own home or any safe and suitable location.

You can find further details on the OBE exams in our Exam Hub here:

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Is the NEBOSH Certificate right for you?

The NEBOSH Certificate caters to anyone requiring a comprehensive understanding of health and safety to effectively manage day-to-day risks within their professional roles. This includes Health and Safety Officers/Advisors, General Managers, HR Managers, Directors, Security Workers, and Public Service Workers.

Additionally, it serves as an ideal starting point for individuals aspiring to pursue a career in health and safety. With its invaluable introduction to the field, the certificate provides a strong foundation for further specialised study.

No prior experience or knowledge in health and safety is necessary to enroll in the course.

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How to study for the NEBOSH International General Certificate

Choose the learning format that suits your preferences:

Downloadable Self-Study: This format offers independent learners full autonomy over their training. Access downloadable course notes and tailor your learning experience to your convenience.

Interactive E-Learning: Our most popular format grants learners the freedom to study on their preferred devices, whenever and wherever they desire. Gain access to Astutis TrackSmart and ExamSmart platforms to ensure a structured and efficient learning journey.

Virtual Classroom: Our most exclusive offering, blending the benefits of traditional classroom learning with the flexibility of virtual education. This innovative format prioritizes learner-centricity and offers the utmost flexibility.

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