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 a highly regarded qualification that focuses on South Africa's specific needs and challenges. It equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to create a safe and healthy workplace environment while emphasizing the relevance of health and safety courses in South Africa.

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 successfully completing the NEBOSH Certificate, you will 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 updated 2018 syllabus of the NEBOSH Certificate reflects the real-life responsibilities of a health and safety professional. It addresses the everyday risks faced by individuals and provides practical skills to manage them effectively, safeguarding both people and profits.

The course is structured into two 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 through a two-step process:

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

To gain your qualification, you must pass both assessments.

The introduction of the open book exam for Unit IG1 allows you to conveniently take your exams from the comfort of your own home or any 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 is intended for individuals who require a comprehensive understanding of health and safety to manage day-to-day risks in their professional roles. This includes Health and Safety Officers/Advisors, General Managers, HR Managers, Directors, Security Workers, and Public Service Workers.

It also serves as an excellent starting point for those looking to pursue a career in health and safety, providing a solid foundation for further studies.

Prior health and safety experience or knowledge is not necessary to enroll in the course.

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How to study for the NEBOSH International General Certificate

We offer various study formats tailored to different learning preferences:

Independent Learning: Ideal for self-directed learners who want complete control over their training. Access downloadable course notes and learn at your own pace.

Blended Learning: Our most popular format combines flexible device-based learning with access to Astutis TrackSmart and ExamSmart platforms for structured progress tracking.

Virtual Classroom: Our most exclusive offering that combines the benefits of traditional classroom learning with the flexibility and learner-centric approach of virtual learning.

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