Accredited Qualifications
Occupational Certificate: Safety, Health and Quality Practitioner
Program Overview:
The Occupational Certificate: Safety, Health and Quality
Practitioner program is designed to equip students with the
knowledge, skills, and competencies required to promote and
maintain a safe, healthy, and quality work environment.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify and assess occupational health and safety hazards
- Develop and implement safety, health, and quality policies and procedures
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
- Investigate incidents and near-misses
- Promote a culture of safety, health, and quality within an organization
- Monitor and evaluate safety, health, and quality performance
Program Outline
The program consists of various modules, including:
- Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety
- Safety, Health, and Quality Legislation and Regulations
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Safety, Health, and Quality Policy and Procedure Development
- Incident Investigation and Reporting
- Safety, Health, and Quality Auditing and Monitoring
- Occupational Health and Hygiene
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
Admission Requirements
Age: 18 years or older
Education: Grade 12 or equivalent
Language: Proficiency in English
NQF Level: NQF Level 05
ID or OFO Code: 99714
Minimum Credits: 256
Program Duration and Delivery
Duration: 12 months
Delivery: Full-time and work integrated learning
Certification
Upon successful completion of the program, students will
receive an Occupational Certificate: Safety, Health and
Quality Practitioner.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program may find employment in various
settings, including:
- Manufacturing and production
- Healthcare and hospitality
- Government and public sector
- Consulting and auditing
