NEBOSH National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals in West Bromwich, West Midlands (Classroom)

NEBOSH National Diploma Classroom Course in West Bromwich, Birmingham

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is one of the most highly valued qualifications for health and safety professionals in the world, widely regarded as the gold standard in the field.

It is the highest-level qualification NEBOSH offers, and this degree-level course is a mark of expertise and professionalism for the 18,000 people who have earned it since it launched in 1980. The qualification is taught in line with legislation and guidance set out by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

This course is taught face to face by an experienced tutor at the Mercure Birmingham West Hotel in West Bromwich, West Midlands (B70 6RS), across three units (ND1, ND2 and ND3), with each unit delivered in two classroom blocks.

Course at a Glance

• Qualification: NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals
• Delivery: Classroom, tutor-led
• Venue: West Bromwich, West Midlands (B70 6RS)
• Duration: 27 classroom days over three units, plus revision and assessment time
• Units: ND1, ND2 and ND3
• Assessment: One assignment (ND1) and two scenario-based case studies (ND2 and ND3)
• Entry requirements: None formal; NEBOSH certificate-level knowledge recommended
• Post-nominals: DipNEBOSH

Who is the NEBOSH National Diploma Course Suitable For?

The NEBOSH National Diploma course is ideal for health and safety professionals wishing to advance their career, including safety managers, advisors and consultants.

A degree-level qualification such as the National Diploma can increase promotion prospects and earning potential through proven expertise and education.

There are no formal entry requirements for the NEBOSH National Diploma; however, we recommend completing one of the following courses first, as the NEBOSH Diploma syllabus assumes learners will have this level of prior learning:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate
• NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction

Why Should I/My Team Study the NEBOSH National Diploma?

Benefits for Learners

• Completing the NEBOSH National Diploma entitles you to use “DipNEBOSH” after your name, evidencing your accredited education and expertise.
• The qualification allows full membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) on completion, giving you access to the recognition and support this body provides.
• Through further professional development, the NEBOSH Diploma meets the standards required to achieve Certified Membership of IOSH (CertIOSH), further evidence of your standing as a health and safety professional.

Benefits for Employers

• Develop your workplace’s health and safety culture
• Have confidence that someone with the appropriate expertise is managing the safety of your employees
• Raise productivity through reduced time off as a result of workplace accidents and injuries

What's Included in the NEBOSH National Diploma Classroom Course?

Delivery Method

Delivered in person by a qualified tutor in a classroom in West Bromwich, West Midlands (B70 6RS), a short drive from Birmingham city centre.

Course Duration

The qualification requires a minimum of 191 taught hours, plus 144 recommended self-study hours and 80 assessment hours.

• When studied in the classroom, the course is 27 days spread over the three units (each unit is taught in two blocks a few weeks apart), in addition to revision and exam time.

Course Programme

The NEBOSH National Diploma consists of three units, each with its own assessment: one assignment and two scenario-based case studies.

• ND1 – Know – workplace health and safety principles
• ND2 – Do – controlling workplace health issues
• ND3 – Do – controlling workplace safety issues

Learning Outcomes

After gaining this qualification, candidates will be able to:

• Source, develop, evaluate and interpret relevant health and safety information (such as legislation, guidance, best practice and procedures) and communicate it effectively to those who need it, both within the organisation and to those affected by its activities, such as contractors and insurers.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture by gaining commitment and participation, and by engaging, supporting and influencing leaders (and others) to change attitudes and behaviour and make health and safety a priority.
• Assess, develop and maintain individual and organisational health and safety competence.
• Understand risk management, including techniques for identifying hazards, the different types of risk assessment, implementing sensible and proportionate additional control measures, and developing a risk management strategy.
• Develop and implement proactive and reactive health and safety monitoring systems, and carry out reviews and audits of those systems.
• Continually develop their own professional skills and ethics to influence improvements in health and safety, providing persuasive arguments to workers at all levels.
• Develop a health and safety policy strategy within the organisation, including proactive safety, Corporate Social Responsibility and the change management process.
• Contribute to health and safety legal actions.
• Manage contractors and supply chains to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Advise the organisation on a range of common workplace health issues and hazards, including how they can be assessed and controlled and the legal duties associated with them.
• Advise the organisation on a range of common workplace safety issues and hazards, including how they can be assessed and controlled and the legal duties associated with them.

Assessment

The assessments focus on applying knowledge to prepare you for the health and safety tasks faced in the workplace.

Each assessment is a substantial undertaking. It is anticipated that the ND1 assignment will take around 60 hours to complete and the ND2 and ND3 case studies around 40 hours each. The time period given to complete each assessment reflects this:

• Unit ND1: 4 weeks (20 working days)
• Unit ND2: 2 weeks (10 working days)
• Unit ND3: 2 weeks (10 working days)

NEBOSH exam fees are included. Assessment dates are set by NEBOSH.

Next Steps

The NEBOSH Diploma is a stepping stone to postgraduate study. Many UK universities accept the NEBOSH Diploma as an entry route to MSc-level courses, giving a clear path to master's-level study.

FAQ

Where is the classroom course held?

All three units are taught at the Mercure Birmingham West Hotel, West Bromwich, West Midlands (B70 6RS).

When and how will I receive my results?

Results are emailed by NEBOSH and take 10 to 12 weeks.

When will I receive the certificate?

Certificates arrive around 12 weeks after the results.

Are there any entry requirements?

No, but all candidates should have a good grasp of the English language.

What happens if I fail an assessment?

Exam fees must be paid again to retake an assessment, but the extra study is free with the Phoenix Pass Pledge.

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• Understanding health and safety regulations
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

For accredited courses such as NEBOSH and IOSH a certificate will be sent directly to you from the appropriate awarding body.

For short health and safety courses a completion certificate is available at the end of the course. You can screenshot this or print it out to confirm completion of the training.

All you need to complete our health and safety e-learning courses is a computer, tablet or smartphone and an internet connection.

Connection quality is the responsibility of the delegate. If you need to download free video conferencing software please visit our video conferencing software page where you can download the software specified by Phoenix H&S.

Online learning courses provide flexible learning experiences so that you study whenever, easily fitting learning around other commitments.

Our e-learning courses include interactive activities, real-life scenarios, and practice exam questions, all designed to provide an informative and engaging learning experience. The programmes can be bookmarked, making it easy for learners to pick up where they left off and study around their schedule. 

Our short health and safety courses also help employers to demonstrate that they have fulfilled their legal duties to ensure their personnel have been adequately trained.

Once the courses have been completed, a confirmation of results can be saved or printed as evidence. This can then be kept on record as evidence of suitable training. 

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Please note that course bookings can not be processed outside of normal working hours, over weekends or on bank holidays and will be processed the next business working day.

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Step 2

Once you have paid for your course(s), you will receive an email from our team advising how to begin your training.

Step 3

You will be provided with a username and password which will enable you to access the e-learning portal. Login to start your course, once you have completed and passed the course, you will be able to download and print your certificate straight away.

Founded in 2005, Phoenix Health & Safety are one of the nation's leading health and safety training providers, and are committed to providing an unbeatable service and learning experience to students.

We deliver NEBOSH, IOSH, NVQ, Construction, First Aid and general health and safety courses to your organisation and employees. Our courses are available online, at a training centre, in-house or via distance learning. Our training courses are comprehensive and cover all aspects of health, safety and environmental management.

Envico is working in partnership with Phoenix Health & Safety offering NEBOSH training and is not accredited by or associated with NEBOSH, IOSH or any other examination bodies, awarding bodies, institutions or organisations in any way whatsoever.