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| Learning Methods | Online, Live Online, Classroom and In-company |
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| Entry Requirements | You don’t need any previous health and safety knowledge or experience to take the course. But you will need to have a good level of English to be able to understand complex concepts and discuss them in your exam. |
NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety
NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (IGC) is one of the most popular and recognised health and safety qualifications in the world. It is the first step in building your international health and safety career!
Designed for managers, supervisors and employees, the IGC is an essential qualification for anyone working in or wanting to work in safety & health anywhere in the world. It gives you invaluable knowledge and skills AND a globally respected qualification that supports your current role and your long-term career.
All of our classroom courses are currently being delivered via Live Online (via Microsoft Teams) until further notice.
For more information, download the NEBOSH International General Certificate Leaflet here.
Why Take the NEBOSH International General Certificate course?
- Relevant to every workplace it is the most widely respected health and safety qualification of its kind in the world, boosting your career prospects
- It is trusted by many global organizations such as Shell, BP, Nestle and the Dubai World Trade Centre
- Increase your health and safety knowledge and gain practical skills to use in your job
- Maintain compliance and improve H&S performance in your company
- NEBOSH’s qualifications are recognised by relevant professional membership bodies
- It entitles you to Associate Membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management IIRSM (AIIRSM)
- If you have two years full time or five years of part-time work experience working in health and safety, you’ll also be able to apply for Technical Membership of IOSH (TechIOSH)
NEBOSH International General Certificate Course Syllabus
The NEBOSH International General Certificate is divided into two units IG1 and IG2 which are assessed separately:
IG1 – four elements made up of:
- 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
IG2 – a practical risk assessment exercise demonstrating an understanding of elements 5 – 11, including:
- Physical and psychological health
- Musculoskeletal health
- Chemical and biological agents
- General workplace issues
- Work equipment
- Fire
- Electricity
For further details of the qualification, download the NEBOSH Qualification guide for learners.
How long does it take to complete the NEBOSH International General Certificate?
NEBOSH recommends 113 hours to complete the course. The length of time it takes depending on your learning method.
Online Course: This usually takes around 80 – 120 hours to complete but is flexible and can be worked around you and your commitments. You will have access to the e-learning resources and online tutor support for 12 months from the start of the course date.
Live Online/Classroom Course: Tutor-led courses consists of two split weeks (10 days). Sessions are usually scheduled from 9am – 4pm GMT.
Please register your place for the exams 8 weeks before the exam date to ensure you get a space!
What are the learning options for the NEBOSH International General Certificate?
We offered flexible methods of learning so that you can choose those that are best suited to your individual requirements and the needs of your organisation.
☑ Online Course – Interactive E-learning with tutor support. Study at a time and place that suits you with help whenever you need it.
☑ Live Online: Use real time Microsoft Teams online classes and brings our NEBOSH tutor-led training straight to your home.
☑ In-company Training: Traditional, tutor-led training for you and your colleagues.
☑ Classroom Course – Traditional, tutor-led training for you on specific dates, usually consisting of two split weeks (10 days).
How is the NEBOSH Certificate assessed?
There are two assessments for the NEBOSH General Certificate:
- An online open-book assessment assessing the knowledge gained in elements 1 – 4.
- A practical assignment to demonstrate the skills learned in elements 5-11.
You need to pass both assessments to achieve your NEBOSH International General Certificate.
Upcoming Course Dates
All of our classroom courses are currently being delivered via Live Online (via Microsoft Teams) until further notice.
LIive online course dates:
01 – 05 March 2021, 08 – 12 March 2021
19 – 23 July 2021, 26 – 30 July 2021
06 – 10 September 2021, 13 – 17 September 2021
1 – 5 November 2021, 8 – 12 November 2021
Exam Dates:
7 April 2021
9 June 2021
4 August 2021
6 October 2021
1 December 2021
Course Cost
If you are based in the UK. The course fee is £1,495 inclusive of VAT plus NEBOSH exam registration fee £150. The course fee includes refreshments and course materials, the NEBOSH fee covers NEBOSH exam fees.
For international learners, please contact us for a quote.
Book the course with us today. For more information on how studying a NEBOSH training course at Horizon Risk Consultancy can benefit you and your workplace, please call 01484 937128 or email info@horizonriskconsultancy.com