NEBOSH L3 General Certificate in Health and Safety. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. The course typically takes 12 weeks and covers the core knowledge health and safety officers need in the workplace. You'll study risk assessment, hazard identification, and how to manage health and safety in practice. The NEBOSH General Certificate is widely specified in health and safety job adverts, so completing it online gives you a recognised route into the field without disrupting your current commitments.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal framework for health and safety in UK workplaces.
You'll identify and assess workplace hazards across a range of environments.
You'll apply risk assessment processes to control and reduce harm.
You'll understand how to investigate workplace accidents and incidents.
You'll learn how to develop and implement health and safety management systems.
You'll understand the principles of monitoring, auditing, and reviewing safety performance.
How you will learn
The NEBOSH General Certificate is assessed through two components: a written examination and a practical risk assessment. The exam tests your understanding of health and safety principles. The practical assessment requires you to carry out a workplace risk assessment and produce a written report. Both components must be passed to achieve the full Certificate. All study for this delivery is completed remotely online.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Health and Safety Officer: manage workplace safety compliance and risk
Health and Safety Adviser: advise organisations on legal safety obligations
Safety Coordinator: coordinate safety procedures across a site or team
Facilities Manager: oversee building safety and compliance requirements
Construction Site Safety Manager: manage health and safety on construction projects
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer: cover both safety and environmental duties
What you could study next
NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety: the next step for those moving into senior or specialist health and safety roles.
NEBOSH Construction Certificate: a specialist qualification for those working in or moving into the construction sector.
IOSH Managing Safely: a shorter qualification useful for managers who want to formalise their safety responsibilities alongside the NEBOSH Certificate.
