ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice
The ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice is aimed at those responsible for developing and applying health and safety procedures day-to-day in their organisation. It is ideal for professionals seeking a higher-level qualification without formal exams — assessment is competence based, demonstrated through completing tasks and providing work-based evidence. Delivered in partnership with RRC International.
Body
ProQual
Level
Diploma
Category
Diplomas
Delivery
4 options
What you will study
- 01Unit 1: Promote a positive health and safety culture (Level 5)
- 02Unit 2: Develop and implement the health and safety policy (Level 6)
- 03Unit 3: Develop and implement effective communication systems for health and safety information (Level 5)
- 04Unit 4: Develop and implement individual and organisational competence in health and safety matters (Level 5)
- 05Unit 5: Identify, assess and control health and safety risks (Level 6)
- 06Unit 6: Develop and implement proactive monitoring systems for health and safety (Level 6)
- 07Unit 7: Develop and implement reactive monitoring systems for health and safety (Level 6)
- 08Unit 8: Develop and implement health and safety emergency response systems and procedures (Level 6)
- 09Unit 9: Develop and implement health and safety review systems (Level 6)
- 10Unit 10: Maintain knowledge of improvements to influence health and safety practice (Level 5)
Methods of study
- •Online – Start at any time, typically 6 to 24 months to complete
- •Portfolio-based assessment with a personal NVQ assessor
- •Available worldwide
- •No exams — fully evidence-based assessment
Assessment
The qualification is competence based. You build a portfolio of work-based evidence reviewed throughout by a personal NVQ assessor. Completing the qualification allows you to apply for GradIOSH membership, and with a minimum of 3 years' professional experience, Certified membership of IOSH (CertIOSH) and membership of IIRSM (MIIRSM). Learners must be aged 19 or over and working in a health and safety role with sufficient responsibilities to gather the required evidence.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the NEBOSH Diploma and an NVQ qualification in occupational health and safety?
The NEBOSH Diploma follows a structured syllabus and formal assessments to develop advanced occupational health and safety knowledge. An NVQ assesses competence through evidence of what you do in the workplace. An NVQ route therefore requires a suitable role and access to evidence demonstrating the qualification's requirements. It is not simply an assessment-free alternative. Compare the exact qualifications, assessment methods and current professional recognition against your experience and goals. Learn about the ProQual Level 6 NVQ route.
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