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NVQ level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Practice Overview
The NVQ level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice is completely evaluated by each candidates’ competency. Evidence of competency is based on real world, on-the-job activities. Candidates can even use historic records as evidence to contribute towards this NVQ qualification.
You may already have the evidence in your hands to contribute towards this professional NVQ course from ProQual.
The aim of this NVQ is to prove a candidates’ deep understanding of occupational health and safety management in a practical way.
This course is suited to those with high-levels of health and safety responsibility within their organisation and is an ideal qualification for those looking to balance Diploma level studies with a demanding existing role.
With 24/7 access to an online NVQ platform to submit evidence towards the qualification, this NVQ is suitable for those working anywhere in world!
Key Topics
Important key topics covered by the NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety include:
- Developing and implementing a health & safety policy
- Effective communication systems for health & safety
- Identification, evaluation and control of health & safety risks
- Establish proactive and reactive monitoring systems
- Emergency response
- Review systems for health & safety
This NVQ Level 6 course is studied “on the Job” and submitted online
Our NVQ Level 6 course studies directly relate to each candidates workplace activities.
Assessment is completely evaluated by each candidates’ competency within their role, by submitting documented evidence to an Online Portfolio as proof of competence in health & safety.
Course Details
Quick Course Information
| Brand | ProQual |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SHEilds Ltd |
| Study method | Online, Vocational training |
| Course Level | NQF Level 6, Equivalent to a University Bachelors Degree |
| Time Dedication | 532 hours private research, 532 hours vocational study, total 1064 hours qualification time |
| Course duration / eLearning access | 24 months |
| Course Start Dates | Any time |
| Average completion time | 7-12 Months |
| Assessment Style | Competency based assessment, Online evidence submission |
| Evidence Assessment | Dedicated NVQ Assessor, External Verifier |
| NVQ Training Support | Assessor supported, one to one meetings, video conferencing, email, telephone |
| Professional Memberships | Certified Membership (CertIOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, Leading to Chartered Membership (CMIOSH) |
| Exam Fees | No additional costs, No exams |
Awarding Body
ProQual are approved by Ofqual to develop and award qualifications. SHEilds are an approved ProQual Assessment Centre, providing Vocational Qualifications around the globe.
You can find out more about our ProQual awarding body from their official website: www.proqualab.com
Recommended for
Candidates already in employment in a position of responsibility for developing / implementing day-to-day Health and Safety procedures.
Practical in nature the NVQ Level 6 qualification is ideal for those looking to balance Diploma level studies with a demanding existing role.
Study Method
While undertaking your current job role and following the guidance provided within the online platform; learners will compile evidence of their competency for review by their course assessors and feedback will be given.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is approved for candidates aged 19 and over. Although there are no other formal entry requirements to enrol onto the qualification, as a provider SHEilds must carry out an initial assessment of a potential candidates skills and knowledge before they are permitted to enrol. This aids to identify any gaps and to plan the assessment.
Therefore our ProQual NVQ training courses have Eligibility Criteria, which should be met before a candidate can enrol to undertake the qualification.
Study Syllabus
There are 10 mandatory units you must study for this NVQ level 6, which cover a broad range of topics ranging from, developing health and safety policies, promoting positive safety culture, to developing emergency procedures.
NVQ Training Support
You will be assigned an assessor who will work with you and provide guidance to assist in completing this qualification.
Course Assessment
NVQ candidates submit evidence to an online platform towards each unit of the NVQ. The assessor team will provide feedback about the documentation until it is deemed suitable as proof of competency for each particular unit.
An Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) team at SHEilds verifies the evidence and highlight any issues. Once the IQA is satisfied with the standard of documentation, all evidence will be submitted to ProQual for Externally Quality Assurance (EQA).
Once the ProQual EQA team has accepted your evidence to meet the standard of the course framework criteria, ProQual will award candidates the NVQ level 6 Diploma qualification.
Examinations
There are NO EXAMS for this course, you are assessed solely on your submitted work-based evidence and documents
Steps to Pass
Essentially there are 3 steps to passing this NVQ Level 6 in OHS qualification.
- NVQ assessors guide you as you submit your evidence.
- Our internal verifier checks over your submitted evidence.
- Your evidence is sent to ProQual to be externally verified.
Certificate Delivery
Finally once your work has been checked and passed, you’ll receive a digital certificate as proof you have passed the NVQ level 6 course in occupational health and safety practice. We will send you a copy of your digital certificate to your email address.
Career Progression
The NVQ Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management is recommended progression for those who meet the entry requirements. Alternatively studying an alternative similar Level 6 Diploma in Health and Safety or Environmental Management may be beneficial.
Course Guide & Syllabus
| Syllabus Unit No. | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| D/616/9536 | Promote a positive health and safety culture |
| F/616/9531 | Develop and implement the health and safety policy |
| J/616/9532 | Develop and implement effective communication systems for health and safety information |
| R/616/9534 | Develop and maintain individual and organisational competence in health and safety matters |
| Y/616/9535 | Identify, assess and control health and safety risks |
| H/616/9537 | Develop and implement proactive monitoring systems for health and safety |
| K/616/9538 | Develop and implement reactive monitoring systems for health and safety |
| M/616/9539 | Develop and implement health and safety emergency response systems and procedures |
| H/616/9540 | Develop and implement health and safety review systems |
| K/616/9541 | Maintain knowledge of improvements to influence health and safety practice |
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UK Head Office based in Hull, United Kingdom.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +44 (0) 1482 806 805
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South Africa regional head office based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm
Phone: +2711 675 4177
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SHEilds Middle East regional office, based in Dubai, UAE.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +971 4 375 4012
Frequently Asked Questions
What level is this NVQ in health & safety?
As the name suggests, this NVQ is a level 6 qualification in health and safety, based on the UK’s national qualification framework or NQF. A Level 10, on the Scottish framework (SCQF) and equivalent to a University Bachelors Degree Internationally.
See the Qualification Frameworks below to compare qualifications.
Are payment plans available for the NVQ Level 6 in health & safety?
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