NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals
Whatever your career goal, the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is an advanced international health and safety qualification that will support your academic and career progression.
85% of Astutis learners pass their NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma exams first time, with the average pass mark at 82%! This is the reason why thousands of learners have chosen Astutis as their learning partner for their NEBOSH Diploma journey and beyond.
May 2023 specification change update: The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is regulated by Ofqual. The course syllabus and learning outcomes remain the same as the July 2020 specification.
Learning Methods
Online
Virtual
Distance
Duration
409 hours online
NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma Explained
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is a highly respected qualification in the field of health and safety. It's an advanced course that provides the participants with an in-depth understanding of occupational safety and health management. As of May 2023, the curriculum has been updated to the new specification, known as the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma, to ensure the content is up to date with the latest advancements in the field.
The course structure is comprehensive, split across three units. The first unit offers an in-depth understanding of essential legislation related to occupational safety and health. The second unit focuses on hazardous agents, their potential risks and how to manage them effectively in a workplace environment. The third unit covers equipment safety and general workplace safety, training participants to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Assessment for the NEBOSH International Diploma (NEBOSH IDIP) is carried out via a workplace assignment and two case studies. These practical evaluations provide participants with the opportunity to apply the knowledge they've acquired during the course, demonstrating their proficiency in managing occupational safety and health risks.
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is a widely recognised qualification, acknowledged by employers and professional memberships in over 180 countries globally. For individuals aiming for a successful and long-term career in health and safety, the NEBOSH International Diploma online course offers a flexible and convenient learning option.
Astutis is a leading provider of health and safety training. Our International Diploma course is delivered to the new syllabus specification, including the updated May 2023 Level 6 specification. Our commitment to providing the latest in health and safety education makes Astutis' NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma the top choice for those seeking an accredited and globally recognised Diploma in safety management.
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma, or the International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health, is a highly regarded qualification for health and safety professionals. Whether you're seeking to enhance your career in the health and safety sector, or an employer looking to train your staff, this course offers an all-rounded and comprehensive understanding of occupational safety and health management.
The course structure is comprehensive, split across three units. The first unit offers an in-depth understanding of essential legislation related to occupational safety and health. The second unit focuses on hazardous agents, their potential risks and how to manage them effectively in a workplace environment. The third unit covers equipment safety and general workplace safety, training participants to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Assessment for the NEBOSH International Diploma (NEBOSH IDIP) is carried out via a workplace assignment and two case studies. These practical evaluations provide participants with the opportunity to apply the knowledge they've acquired during the course, demonstrating their proficiency in managing occupational safety and health risks.
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is a widely recognised qualification, acknowledged by employers and professional memberships in over 180 countries globally. For individuals aiming for a successful and long-term career in health and safety, the NEBOSH International Diploma online course offers a flexible and convenient learning option.
Astutis is a leading provider of health and safety training. Our International Diploma course is delivered to the new syllabus specification, including the updated May 2023 Level 6 specification. Our commitment to providing the latest in health and safety education makes Astutis' NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma the top choice for those seeking an accredited and globally recognised Diploma in safety management.
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma, or the International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health, is a highly regarded qualification for health and safety professionals. Whether you're seeking to enhance your career in the health and safety sector, or an employer looking to train your staff, this course offers an all-rounded and comprehensive understanding of occupational safety and health management.
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Take a look at our latest video to discover our market leading interactive features of our online Level 6 Diploma course.
Hosted on the Astutis Learning Campus, featuring StudySmartTM and ExamSmartTM preparation tools to help you pace your learning.
Units
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DI1
Workplace health and safety principles
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DI2
Controlling workplace health issues
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DI3
Controlling workplace safety issues
Assessments
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DI1: Assignment. Approx. 40-hours to complete
DI2: Case study. Approx. 20-hours to complete
DI3: Case-study. Approx 20-hours to complete
Course Length
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Online/Distance: approx 409 hours (3 years access provided)
Virtual: 6 split weeks (30 working days)
Learning Methods
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Online
Instant access with interactive study support
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Virtual
Live-online, engaging and interactive classes -
Distance
Access to digital course notes and online learning materials
Virtual
Virtual
| NID21 Wk1 | 22/07/2024 |
| NID21 Wk2 | 19/08/2024 |
| NID21 Wk3 | 11/11/2024 |
| NID21 Wk4 | 16/12/2024 |
| NID21 Wk5 | 24/03/2025 |
| NID21 Wk6 | 28/04/2025 |
| Assessment 1 | 11/09/2024 |
| Assessment 3 | 22/01/2025 |
| Assessment 2 | 14/05/2025 |
£4995.00
Virtual
| NID21 Wk1 | 20/01/2025 |
| NID21 Wk2 | 24/02/2025 |
| NID21 Wk3 | 19/05/2025 |
| NID21 Wk4 | 23/06/2025 |
| NID21 Wk5 | 22/09/2025 |
| NID21 Wk6 | 27/10/2025 |
| Assessment 1 | 12/03/2025 |
| Assessment 3 | 16/07/2025 |
| Assessment 2 | 12/11/2025 |
£4995.00
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is an advanced qualification. You should already understand fundamental health and safety principles such as risk assessment, hazard control, accident investigation, and key regulations.
You’ll also need to have a good level of communication to critically analyze information and apply it to any given scenario.
We always recommend taking the NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety before taking the International Diploma to ensure you can meet the demands of the course.
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You’ll also need to have a good level of communication to critically analyze information and apply it to any given scenario.
We always recommend taking the NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety before taking the International Diploma to ensure you can meet the demands of the course.
Interested in the NEBOSH International General Certificate?
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DI1
Workplace health and safety principles
This unit provides an in-depth understanding of the key areas for managing health and safety. It covers moral, economic and societal drivers, ILO regulations and management systems.DI2
Controlling workplace health issues
This unit gives an in-depth understanding of all major aspects of managing chemical, biological, physical and physiological hazards in the workplace.DI3
Controlling workplace safety issues
This unit provides a thorough understanding of how to create a safe working environment It covers welfare, fire, dangerous substances, work equipment, electricity, construction and transport.The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma takes a practical approach to learning and is assessed entirely through practical work and scenario-based questions.
DI1 is assessed with a practical assignment split into 2 Papers. The second paper combines the following:
- Scenario based questions
- Work based activities
- Reflective statements
- A short research project
Units DI2 and DI3 are assessed with case studies and scenario based questions.
You will have 2-4 weeks to complete your assessments and submit your work to the NEBOSH online portal. You should spend around 40 hours on your DI1 assignment and 20 hours each on your DI2 and DI3 assignments.
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The NEBOSH International Diploma is moving to Ofqual regulation, and as a result is now known as the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.
The course syllabus and learning outcomes remain the same as the previous specification.
The main driver in this change was to restore all International learners the ability to use their qualification to achieve IOSH membership.
Although there is no change in syllabus, NEBOSH have made some amendments to the assessment process, such as the length of each assessment and the number of marks available. For a full breakdown of these changes you can read our blog here:
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The course syllabus and learning outcomes remain the same as the previous specification.
The main driver in this change was to restore all International learners the ability to use their qualification to achieve IOSH membership.
Although there is no change in syllabus, NEBOSH have made some amendments to the assessment process, such as the length of each assessment and the number of marks available. For a full breakdown of these changes you can read our blog here:
Read more
You need to have a foundation understanding of health and safety principals before taking the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma. It is strongly recommended that you take the NEBOSH International General Certificate or have at least 5 years experience working in a health and safety role to increase your chance of passing.
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma course is available in two versions. National for UK based learners and International for learners outside the UK. Both courses are equal to one another however the syllabus is slightly different and is tailored to legislation in different parts of the world.
To dsicover the deifferences between the two versions of the NEBOSH Diploma, take a look at our blog.
To dsicover the deifferences between the two versions of the NEBOSH Diploma, take a look at our blog.
Choosing a provider for the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma can be tough. There are a lot of providers to choose from and you want to ensure you get the most from your money. Astutis' advice is to look at online reviews and testimonials to see what past learners think. You could also try to understand what their average pass rates are - this reflects on the quality of training and learning support. Reviewing what learning material you will have access to and whether or not the provider offers a learning method that's right for you is also really important.
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is a Level 6 qualification which is equivalent to a UK degree with full honours. According to the National Qualifications Framework, completing the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals equates to a full UK bachelor's degree.
All Astutis tutors are experienced health and safety professionals and leaders within their field. With vast industry knowledge gained from experience, our tutors are also educationalists who hold teaching qualifications, masters degrees or doctorates. Additionally, as NEBOSH examiners they are ideally placed to guide and coach delegates to ensure success. For those studying online, with our award-winning LMS, delegates are able to further interact outside of the classroom by way of our tutor-led discussion forum and notice boards. Tutors are able to pose questions and guide conversation to further develop thinking around particular topics. Online learners anywhere in the world will gain free access to revision webinars as part of their course and all Astutis delegates will be assigned a tutor on enrolment who will be on hand to answer questions on a one-to-one basis via telephone or email.
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NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Your Workforce
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma 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.
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