NEBOSH stands for National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health, which is a UK awarding organization that offers professional qualifications in health, safety, and environmental management. NEBOSH courses are globally recognized and cater to all levels of staff in a range of workplaces. NEBOSH provides the syllabus, exams, and assignments to accredited training course providers, who then deliver NEBOSH training to equip individuals with the information and skills needed to successfully attain their NEBOSH qualifications. NEBOSH courses are varied and cater to all levels of staff in a range of workplaces.
NEBOSH courses are available at different levels, including:
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Awards: These provide a general understanding of health and safety principles and practice and provide a perfect introduction to other NEBOSH qualifications. Examples include the Health and Safety at Work Award and the Environmental Awareness at Work Qualification.
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Certificates: These are for anyone who needs a broad understanding of health and safety to be able to manage day-to-day risks as part of their role. Examples include the NEBOSH National General Certificate and the NEBOSH International General Certificate.
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Diplomas: These are professional qualifications for health, safety, and environmental practitioners. Examples include the NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.
NEBOSH courses can be completed via distance learning, which allows the course to be completed at a time that better suits the student, or workplace study is also available if a number of staff require the same training. NEBOSH courses are globally recognized and give candidates access to membership bodies including the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) .