Advanced Certificate in Health and Safety at Work

What does it teach?
What does it cost?
What are the minimum entry requirements?
How long does it last?
Who should attend?
What subjects are covered?
Is there an assessment at the end of the course?
Is there a recommended reading list?
Who do I contact for more information, including course dates?

What does it teach?

This course is accredited by Chartered Institute of Environmental Health and covers health and safety management including:

the setting up or monitoring and auditing programmes
providing health and safety training
complying with the relevant laws

What does it cost?

Visit the course fees (standard and concessionary) web page. See Course fees.

What are the minimum requirements?

You must have a Foundation Certificate in Health and Safety before you come on this course.

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How long does it last?

It lasts five days. In addition there are two assignments and a three hour exam.

Important: You are required to attend for at least 80 per cent of the course.

Who should attend?

Managers, supervisors and potential trainers.

What subjects covered?

The course covers the following subjects:

general safety and health
workplace safety
safe systems
occupational health
occupational hygiene
safety management
legislation
education and training
risk assessment

Is there an assessment at the end of the course?

Yes, at the end of the course there are two assignments and approximately ten weeks after the course there is a three hour written exam. The dates for this are set by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Is there a recommended reading list?

We recommend that you read the Essentials of Health and Safety at Work published by the Health and Safety Executive. Telephone 01787 881165 to order a copy. Visit www.hsebooks.co.uk.

Who do I contact for more information, including course dates?

For information about course dates and holding an in-house training course contact the training co-ordinator or email an enquiry using the Enquiry form.

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