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NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals

There's never been a better time to accelerate your career, develop your leadership skills and drive innovation in health and safety. Take a senior position in your company with the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals qualification.

85% of Astutis learners pass their NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma exams first time, with the average pass mark at 92%!

At the latest NEBOSH Diploma Graduation, Astutis learners were awarded four special awards for their exemplary study and pass rates. Hear from an award winner on why he would recommend the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma.

All our learners receive lifetime access to the Astutis APEX community platform, an exclusive platform that supports professional development.

Learning Methods

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Duration

415 hours

Entry Requirements

NEBOSH General Certificate
5+ Years Health & Safety Role

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NEBOSH National Level 6 Diploma Explained

The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is an advanced health and safety qualification.

All Astutis NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma courses are delivered to the new syllabus specification, covering the most updated health and safety legislation. The courses are available in a wide range of learning methods: Online, live in a Virtual Classroom, our traditional Classroom, or at your workplace.

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma course is made up of three units, covering legislation, hazardous agents, equipment, and workplace safety. It's assessed with one workplace assignment and two case studies.

The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma is recognised by employers and professional memberships in over 180 countries around the world! It is the ideal course if you want a successful, long-term career in health and safety.
 

 

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Units

  • DN1

    Workplace health and safety principles

  • DN2

    Controlling workplace health issues

  • DN3

    Controlling workplace safety issues

Assessments

  • DN1 Assignment. Approx. 40-hours to complete


    DN2 Case study. Approx. 20-hours to complete


    DN3 Case-study. Approx 20-hours to complete

Course Length

  • Online/Distance: approx 415 hours (3 years access provided)

    Virtual/Classroom: 6 split weeks (30 working days)

     

Learning Methods

  • Virtual

    Live-online, engaging and interactive classes

  • Online

    Instant access with interactive study support 

  • Classroom

    Traditional structured learning environment

  • On-Site

    Professional HSE training delivered at your premises

  • Distance

    Access to digital course notes and online learning materials

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Classroom
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 15/07/2024
Diploma Week 2 19/08/2024
Diploma Week 3 04/11/2024
Diploma Week 4 09/12/2024
Diploma Week 5 17/03/2025
Diploma Week 6 28/04/2025
Assessment 1 11/09/2024
Assessment 3 22/01/2025
Assessment 2 14/05/2025
£5770.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 22/07/2024
Diploma Week 2 19/08/2024
Diploma Week 3 11/11/2024
Diploma Week 4 16/12/2024
Diploma Week 5 24/03/2025
Diploma Week 6 28/04/2025
Assessment 1 11/09/2024
Assessment 3 22/01/2025
Assessment 2 14/05/2025
£5770.00
London
Diploma Week 1 29/07/2024
Diploma Week 2 05/08/2024
Diploma Week 3 30/09/2024
Diploma Week 4 07/10/2024
Diploma Week 5 25/11/2024
Diploma Week 6 02/12/2024
Assessment 1 11/09/2024
Assessment 2 13/11/2024
Assessment 3 22/01/2025
£6560.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 23/09/2024
Diploma Week 2 28/10/2024
Diploma Week 3 18/11/2024
Diploma Week 4 16/12/2024
Diploma Week 5 20/01/2025
Diploma Week 6 17/02/2025
£5770.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 25/11/2024
Diploma Week 2 03/02/2025
Diploma Week 3 19/05/2025
Diploma Week 4 23/06/2025
Diploma Week 5 15/09/2025
Diploma Week 6 20/10/2025
Assessment 1 12/03/2025
Assessment 3 16/07/2025
Assessment 2 12/11/2025
£5770.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 13/01/2025
Diploma Week 2 17/02/2025
Diploma Week 3 12/05/2025
Diploma Week 4 16/06/2025
Diploma Week 5 15/09/2025
Diploma Week 6 20/10/2025
Assessment 1 12/03/2025
Assessment 3 16/07/2025
Assessment 2 12/11/2025
£5770.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 20/01/2025
Diploma Week 2 24/02/2025
Diploma Week 3 19/05/2025
Diploma Week 4 23/06/2025
Diploma Week 5 22/09/2025
Diploma Week 6 27/10/2025
Assessment 1 12/03/2025
Assessment 3 16/07/2025
Assessment 2 12/11/2025
£5770.00
Virtual
Diploma Week 1 19/05/2025
Diploma Week 2 18/08/2025
Diploma Week 3 01/12/2025
Diploma Week 4 05/01/2026
Diploma Week 5 23/03/2026
Diploma Week 6 27/04/2026
Assessment 1 10/09/2025
Assessment 3 21/01/2026
Assessment 2 13/05/2026
£5770.00

The NEBOSH Level 6 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.

It is very strongly recommended to have either completed the NEBOSH General Certificate, or have at least 5 years experience working in a health and safety role.

You’ll also need to have a good level of communication to critically analyse information and apply it to any given scenario.

 

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DN1
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, health and safety law and management systems.
DN2
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.
DN3
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.

Interested in the full NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals syllabus?

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NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma Factsheet

NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma Course Guide

NEBOSH National Level 6 Diploma Syllabus Guide

NEBOSH Qualification Progression

Assessments

Each assessment is completed electronically and submitted through the NEBOSH exam portal. You'll have between 2-4 weeks to complete your assessments, and will have a dedicated start date and submission deadline.

Information

You must pass all three units to achieve your full NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma. Your total number of marks will determine your final qualification grade.

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

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Have you completed the NEBOSH General Certificate?
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma builds upon the foundation of the General Certificate, and it is strongly recommended that you undertake this qualification first
Do you have a suitable standard of English?

It is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. 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 7.0 or higher in IELTS test.
The NEBOSH National Diploma is moving to Ofqual regulation, and as a result is now known as the NEBOSH Level 6 National 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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You need to have a foundation understanding of health and safety management principals and risk and safety management skills before taking the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals. It is strongly recommended that you take the NEBOSH General Certificate or have at least 5 years experience working in a health and safety role to increase your chance of passing.

For more information about the NEBOSH Diploma entry requirements, take a look at our blog.
As a NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma course learner, you have access to your personal learning portal containing:
  • Unique health and safety information
  • Access to exclusive events for tailored Continuing Professional Development
  • Networking opportunities
  • Our biannual HSE journal exploring recent health and safety research.
The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety qualification meets the academic requirements to apply for Graduate Membership (Grad IOSH) of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). It is the first step to becoming a Chartered Health and Safety Practitioner as a chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH).

The next step during the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety course, is completing a Skills Development Portfolio. Once the Portfolio is completed, you will be asked to attend a peer review interview. Following the successful completion of all units of your NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma, you will also need to maintain your continuing professional development (CPD).
The length of time taken to complete the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals course varies according to mode of study. Learners have a period of 5 years from enrolment to completing their NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma exams. 

For more information about the duration of the course and exams, please visit our Exam Hub.
Choosing a provider for the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma can be tough. There are a lot of training 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 and their experience.

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, for how long and on which platforms is crucial to ensure your needs are met.

Comparing the various learning methods available by learning providers and identifying the right fit for you is also really important.
For people outside of the UK we recommend the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.

Read More about the International NEBOSH Health and Safety qualification here
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma course is available in two versions. National for UK based learners and International for learners outside the UK. Both NEBOSH courses are equal to one another however the syllabus is slightly different and is tailored to health and safety legislation in different parts of the world.

To discover the differences between the two versions of the NEBOSH Diploma, take a look at our blog.
The NEBOSH Level 6 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 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals equates to a full 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, master's degrees or doctorates.

Additionally, as NEBOSH examiners they are ideally placed to guide and coach learners to success. For those studying online in our award-winning LMS (Learning Management System), learners can further interact outside of the classroom through our exclusive tutor-led discussion forum and notice boards.

Tutors are able to raise questions and guide the conversation to further develop critical thinking around particular health and safety topics. Online learners will gain free access to revision webinars as part of their course and all Astutis learners 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.
Like other NEBOSH courses, the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma does not expire. However, it is best to keep up to date with the latest Health and Safety legislation and health and safety news. You can do this by reviewing the latest syllabus, subscribing to health and safety blogs and by attending health and safety events. This will ensure that you comply with the latest and best health and safety standards of the industry.  
Workplace Training

NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Your Workforce

Develop your people for a better organisation

By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH Level 6 National 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 a premises and 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.

Whats The Best Way For My Staff To Learn?

Dependent on staff availability, location, budget and your company needs, choose from the options:

Online - Our interactive and multimedia rich courses for staff to fit in around their commitments

Classroom - Expert tutor-led delivery, hosted in a professional training environment across 6-sites within the UK. Alternatively classroom training can be delivered on-site at your premises for multiple learners.

Virtual - The Virtual Learning Academy is the most modern approach to delivering live-online training without the need to travel

Workplace Training
CONSULTATION SERVICE

Helping You To Train Your Staff

Independent and practical consultancy support provided by our Chartered Health and Safety, and Environmental practitioners.
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Where is the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma Recognised?

The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma is recognised worldwide. It's accepted by employers, educational institutions and professional bodies across the globe.

In the UK, you can use your NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma to apply for chartered membership with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This means that you'll have access to the full range of courses and qualifications offered by the HSE.

You can also use your qualification to become a member of The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). Both organisations offer a wide range of training opportunities, including qualifications at all levels.

Is the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma Worth Doing?

The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma will benefit your career in several ways:

- It gives you a competitive advantage when applying for jobs because employers know that NEBOSH Level 6 Diplomas are only awarded after passing a rigorous exam process.

- You'll learn valuable skills that can help you in any workplace, such as how to manage emergencies or how safety issues should be handled.

-  The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma is an internationally recognised qualification that demonstrates your ability to work safely and efficiently in a range of different environments.

- It also shows employers that you have a commitment to lifelong learning and development—and this can be just as important as having the right experience on your resume.

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  • "The course was very informative. Whilst it was quite a full on 4 days it was good to have the breakout sessions to share learnings. The course materials were great to refer to as revision"

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  • "The course was paid for by my employer"

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  • "Great tutor and valuable study webinars prior to exams. The content notebooks need some work to update and check the content."

    Sarah
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  • "Content needs work but tutor was brilliant and study webinars very valuable"

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  • "Generally the course covers basic health and safety across many industries at a level which is both useful but not TOO in depth. I work in bio-sciences but understood the sections referring to construction well and found much of the course to be quite transferable. Speed of learning is good. Certain parts of the course (asbestos springs to mind) made questionable claims however the course allows this sort of thing to be flagged as feedback."

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