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NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Begin your journey into health and safety management and realise your true potential with the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. This is a comprehensive foundation course designed to benefit all learners in all stages of their health and safety careers. 

The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is one of the most widely accepted NEBOSH qualifications by employers and professional memberships in over 180 countries around the world. 87% of UK employers request the NEBOSH General Certificate course as a requirement. The Certificate is widely recognised to improve health and safety skills and environmental management. It supports managers, supervisors and staff to make improvements and gain sustainable health and safety knowledge. 

Astutis have an 82% NEBOSH Certificate first-time pass rate – that’s far higher than the national average and the reason why 1500 learners chose Astutis in the last 12-months for their health and safety training.

Did you know? At Astutis, we offer flexible options to suit your needs. Our all-inclusive course packages cover everything, from the training, course notes, exam fees, certification and even a free exam briefing ahead of your NEBOSH assessment. If you prefer, you can purchase the course without the exam fees and book your exam at a later date. We offer transparent pricing with no hidden costs, just real value!
 

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Duration

110-125 hours

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What is the NEBOSH General Certificate?

The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course is an ideal first step into health and safety and is perfect for transitioning into a management role. This NEBOSH qualification will gift learners pivotal philosophies, health and safety skills, risk and safety management and understanding surrounding core health and safety areas.

The course comprises two central units that will cover critical topics such as health and safety management fundamentals and different types of workplace risk. The NEBOSH General Certificate for Occupational Health and Safety is designed to provide a wide insight into the core principles of a successful health and safety system, supporting learners kick start their health and safety careers. 

Available to study online on our award-winning LMS, as a virtual classroom learner, in a classroom, or on-site at your workplace. Start your Health and Safety career with Astutis today.

The new Online Course includes exam preparation activities, key concept videos, bite size learning modules, Astutis TrackSmart™ tools, fully optimised digital course notes as well as access to the Astutis online learning community
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Units

  • NG1

    Management of Health and Safety

  • NG2

    Risk Assessment

Assessments

  • NG1: Online open book exam

    NG2: Practical risk assessment based on a workplace environment

Course Length

  • Online: Approx 110-125 hours (12 months access provided). 82% First Time pass rate.

    Virtual/Classroom: 10 days delivered as 2 split weeks

    On-site: 10 days

    OnlinePlus: Approx 113 hours - 16 hours live tutor-led tutorials and approx 92 hours self-study

Learning Methods

  • Online

    Instant access with interactive study support 

  • Virtual

    Live-online, engaging and interactive classes

  • Classroom

    Traditional structured learning environment

  • On-Site

    Professional HSE training delivered at your premises

  • OnlinePlus+

    Virtual classroom and online learning in one dynamic learning experience

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There are no entry requirements, but we recommend that all learners be literate in English.  NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.
NG1
Management of Health and Safety NG1 focuses on the core fundamentals of health and safety management, underlining the strategies designed to implement a successful health and safety system in the workplace. 
NG2
Risk Assessment Assessment Module dedicated to the preparation and completion of the assessment. 

 

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The NG1 open book exam is completed electronically and submitted through the NEBOSH exam portal. You have 24 hours from 11am (UK time) on exam day to complete and submit your exam paper. The pass mark is set at 45 marks.

The NG2 is a practical risk assessment based on a workplace. This can be completed at a place of work or at home, and is submitted by email according to deadline.

You’ll be awarded a grading for the NG1, as outlined below; and for NG2 either a pass or refer (fail). Your overall qualification grade will be based on the mark you achieve in your NG1 open book exam:

Pass: 45-64 marks
Credit: 65-74 marks
Distinction: 75+ marks

You must successfully pass both units to achieve your full NEBOSH General Certificate.

Please note: For any assessments taken after 1st August 2023, all assessments must be submitted in PDF format only.

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Do you have a suitable standard of English?
Learners must have a suitable English language standard to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification reach a minimum English standard equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher in the IELTS test.
Do you have the time to commit to the course?
The NEBOSH General Certificate may not be the longest course available; we still advise learners to understand the commitment required. NEBOSH recommend 110-125 hours of study hours. If you need a flexible study schedule, consider the new syllabus online option that contains the latest study tools such as Study Smart, Mock Exams, Interactive learning and access to revision materials.
 
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is a level 3 qualification, equivalent to an A-Level. The NEBOSH National General Certificate is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). Upon completion of the course, learners can apply for affiliate IOSH membership (AIOSH).
The NEBOSH General Certificate is a globally recognised qualification with 87% of UK employers requesting a NEBOSH General Certificate, when recruiting for health and safety roles. This NEBOSH course is a great starting point for those looking to start a career in health and safety. Some jobs that successful learners could apply for include:
  • Health and Safety Officer
  • Health and Safety Advisor
  • Health and Safety Manager
  • Safety Coordinator
The NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a globally recognised health and safety qualification, ideal for those looking to kickstart their health and safety career. Over 220,000 people hold a NEBOSH National General Certificate, making it one of the most popular health and safety qualifications.
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is the ideal course for those looking to start their career in health and safety. The qualification requires dedication and commitment to learning in order to pass the course. Successful learners are qualified to manage health and safety in the workplace, which is a a significant responsibility.

For more information about the NEBOSH General Certificate exams, please visit our exam hub.
The NEBOSH National General Certificate is suitable for anyone who wants to further their understanding of health and safety, whilst improving their employability. There are no entry requirements. However, learners must be prepared to put in the study and revision time required to pass the assessments. NEBOSH recommends that learners have a suitable standard of the English language in order to understand the concepts in the course.

Find out who studies the NEBOSH General Certificate in our blog here.
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