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Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)

Who is This OH&S Course for?

Occupational health and safety (OH&S) is about ensuring safe and healthy working conditions, and preventing illness and injury in the workplace.

This TAFE certificate course is for those who wish to pursue a career in OH&S. It is ideal for those responsible for OH&S in their workplace and need the skills and qualification required to carry out their duties.

It is also ideal for those who wish to become WorkCover acceptable trainers and assessors, human resource (HR) practitioners, safety officers or OH&S officers.

Quick Course Guide
Qualification	Certificate IV	Student support	Yes: Expert teacher & online support
Study time	1 yr = 6 hrs/week	Pre-requisites	None
Delivery method	Flexible delivery: Online + correspondence	Course materials	All course materials are provided
Enrolment dates	Enrol anytime - start now!	Assessment	By assignments and a test
Delivered by	OTEN - #1 distance education TAFE provider	Resources required	Internet, email

What Will I Learn?

You'll learn how to comply with OH&S legislation in a workplace and understand the integration of OH&S and HR functions. You'll also learn how to:

Identify hazards
Assess and control risk
Contribute to OH&S in the workplace
Manage consultation on OH&S issues
Build business relationships
Develop teams and individuals

OH&S Job Outlook
	Job prospects are very good. For Occupational Health and Safety Professionals working full-time, earnings are high. Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR)

Why This Course & Why SEEK Learning?

Because OTEN TAFE vocational courses are developed in consultation with relevant industry and community groups, you can rest assured that your qualification is highly valued by industry employers, education and training providers and the wider community.

This OH&S certificate has been developed under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), so it's government-accredited as well as a nationally recognised course.

Your TAFE qualification is likely to receive credit at a number of Australian universities. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more.

Course Structure

There are 9 units to be completed in this OH&S course.

Contribute to a Systematic Approach to OH&S
Implementing OH&S Consultation
Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
OH&S Risk Control
Emergency Procedures

Assist with Compliance with OH&S and other relevant laws
Building Business Relationships
Analyse & Present Research Information
Develop Teams & Individuals

Fit your learning around your lifestyle - because the course is delivered online, you have the flexibility of when and where you wish to complete your OH&S training.

Complete the course faster depending on the time you have available! This certificate course is typically completed within 2 years, but you can finish earlier by increasing the time you dedicate to your studies.