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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, first sitting exam fees, certification and even a free exam briefing ahead of your NEBOSH assessment. If you prefer, you can purchase the online 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

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NEBOSH General Certificate Learning Options

NEBOSH General Certificate learners can enjoy enhanced flexibility as they can choose to study between virtual tutor led environments, traditional in-person classroom sessions, on-site, or via our online course.

Virtual Essentials: Everything You Need To Succeed

Get ready for a streamlined path to success with our NEBOSH General Certificate Virtual Essentials course. This focused 10-day program contains all the core content you need to pass the exam, covering the must-know principles and practical skills in health and safety.

Flexible Online Course with 24/7 Access and Self-Paced Modules

The 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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Take a look at our latest video to discover our market leading interactive features of our online NEBOSH General Certificate course. The online course also includes scenario based questions, key concept videos, and podcasts. 

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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

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    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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NEBOSH General Certificate Virtual Essentials

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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NEBOSH General Certificate for Your Workforce

Develop your people for a better organisation.

By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH General Certificate qualification, you will be able to contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options, including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at premises of your choice on a day of your choice.

Benefits Of Staff Training At Your Organisation

Cost and time saving benefits for larger number of staff.
Your own dedicated account manager to organise all aspects of your training.
Relevant training for your staff can be tailored to company requests.
Choice and convenience of training delivery options to suit your staff.

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