This Diploma of Work Health and Safety is designed for students currently working within the area of work health and safety who wish to gain more specialised skills and knowledge. You will study the theory, legislative requirements and practical applications of work health and safety principles to enable you to build upon existing knowledge; provide guidance in the compliance of legislation and implementation of effective WHS management systems.
You will learn the key skills required to lead WHS risk management and contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of WHS management systems. Through the Diploma, you will develop your skills in communication, risk management and WHS compliance. Additionally, you will develop skills in problem-solving, particularly for situations found in WHS roles.
Upon successful completion of 10 units, participants will be awarded the Diploma of Work Health and Safety (BSB51319). This program has been designed in conjunction with our in-house health subject matter expert, who has first-hand experience working within industry. Participants will learn how to identify, assess and control conditions in the work environment that are harmful to the health and safety of people in all occupations. You will study the functions of policy development, risk management, compensation, rehabilitation, injury management and application of legislation.
Career Outcome: WHS Manager, WHS Practitioner, Senior WHS Officer
BSBWHS515 – Lead the management of WHS risks: Facilitating the identification of hazards and potential hazards, leading the assessment of associated risks, selecting and implementing suitable risk controls, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the organisational WHS risk management process. Applies to those providing specialised knowledge and guidance to a range of personnel.
BSBWHS515 – Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents: Lead the initial response to WHS incidents. Plans, conducts and reports on investigations of WHS incidents that have resulted in, or have the potential to result in, injury or damage.
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RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)
- 4 hours on-demand video
- 2 downloadable resources
- Full lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What payment options do you offer?
You can pay for your course enrolment upfront, or in six easy monthly payments.
If you need an invoice for your employer, please email us at info@scopetraining.com.au and we can organise that for you.
Do you offer RPL?
Yes! If you already have significant skills and experience and are looking for formal recognition in a qualification, you may be eligible for the RPL pathway. Click here for more info
How long do I have to complete?
All enrolments last for 12 months. We find the majority of our students can complete in a shorter timeframe, and often see students complete within 4-8 months of enrolment. You can work through as fast as you want, as all our courses are fully self-paced.
Do you offer extensions?
Paid extensions are available if you need more than 12 months to complete – just email us at info@scopetraining.com.au for more information.
When can I enrol?
All our courses are fully flexible, self-paced online courses – so you can enrol any time! Simply click the “enrol now” button on the course you have chosen, and you’ll be taken through the payment and enrolment process.
What’s a USI and why do I need it to enrol?
USI stands for Unique Student Identifier, and must be provided when undertaking any nationally recognised training. You will need to include your USI on your enrolment form when enrolling at Scope Training.
If you’ve done any training since 2015 you may already have one; if not, you can apply for one before enrolling.
Your USI also gives you access to your USI VET Transcript – this is a government authenticated record of any VET training you’ve completed since 2015.
You can find all the information you need on retrieving or applying for your USI and your VET transcript at the following website: https://www.usi.gov.au/