Certificate IV Work Health & Safety BSB41415

Overview

The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of occupational health and safety across all a broad range of industries in Australia. It is relevant to supervisors, Health and safety representatives, safety officers and those are involved in the management of occupational risk. The Certificate IV is considered the minimum qualification required for anyone wishing to work within the field of occupational health and safety.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal requirements to gain entry into this qualification; however the Scope Training workshops are aimed at participants who have workplace experience of health and safety systems and operations (e.g hazard report forms). School leavers will not be enrolled into this qualification.

There are two main pathways into this qualification

1

Relevant qualification

Ideally participants should hold a Certificate III in Health and Safety. However there are a number of other accepted qualifications from industry areas such as Business and Management or high risk industries. Many participants of this program are tertiary qualified professionals looking to migrate into a health and safety role. If you would like to discuss your acceptance based upon your existing qualifications please contact our friendly team.
2

Work Experience

Many students enter this qualification without holding existing qualifications. As the programs are designed based upon the work environment, experience within that environment is an acceptable point of entry. In regards to the Certificate IV Work Health and Safety, this may include but not limited to experience within a health & safety environment, or another closely related field, this may be either as a team member, supervisor or leading hand. If you would like to discuss your acceptance based upon your existing experience please contact our friendly team.

Time investment

The amount of effort and time required for this qualification is based upon your existing skills and experience (find out more on how competency based learning works). It is suggested that the course take approximately 300 hours of learning. However we find that due to our learner profile and the methods by which our programs are structured this is rarely the case. As a guide:

Little to no previous experience

200-500 hours
6 months or less experience in a safety role

50-300 hours
6 Months to 2 years experience in a safety role

20-100 hours
2 years plus experience in a safety role

30 minutes (through RPL) to 50 hours

We provide students with the ability to complete the Certificate IV Work Health and Safety over a one year period; however we find that the average time is between 3 to 6 months. During that time there is a large variance in the amount of time each student spends working on the qualification. Please contact our staff if you would like an estimate based upon your individual situation

Course Benefits

Upon successful completion of 10 units, participants will be awarded the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB41419) The Certificate IV in WHS is highly regarded as the minimum industry standard. Job roles include; Work Health and Safety Officer/coordinator, safety advisor, WHS representative, Health and Safety representative, return to work co-ordinator.

Participants will learn how to identify and comply with legislation, Identify, assess, control hazards, contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation process, you will learn how to contribute to workplace emergency procedures and monitoring as well the injury management. This will provide participants with the skills they need to effectively co –ordinate workplace health and safety.

Key Skills

Broadly the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) confirms to an employer your application of the following skills within a project environment:Communication, Teamwork, Problem-solving, Initiative and enterprise, Planning and Organising, Self-management, Learning and Technology skills.

Further information is contained within each of the units.

Units

The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety WHS requires the completion of 10 units. The following are those selected by Scope Training in consultation with industry. Alternative units can be selected, please contact our friendly team to arrange.

1

BSBWHS412 Assist with compliance with WHS laws
2

BSBWHS413 Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes
3

BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
4

BSBWHS415 Contribute to implementing WHS management systems
5

BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response
6

BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work
7

BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors
8

BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
9

BSBPMG409 Apply project scope management techniques
10

BSBMGT401 Show leadership in the workplace

Further Opportunities

Employment opportunities

The Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety conveys to employers that the holder has practically demonstrated the skills and knowledge to work effectively within the health and safety environment, including specific positions as a Health and Safety Coordinator, Advisor or Representative. Furthermore a qualification from Scope Training advocates that the learner has demonstrated the ability to apply these skills in a work context, reassuring employers of job-readiness.

Job Roles include:

Work Health and Safety Officer/coordinator, safety advisor, WHS representative, Health and Safety representative, return to work co-ordinator

Health and Safety Advisor

Education Pathways

After successful completion of the Certificate IV in Work Health and safety further educational pathways include:

Diploma of Work Health and Safety, Certificate IV in Frontline Management as well as opening the door to many other qualifications.

Qualification Snaphot

Nationally Recognised: YES
Qualification Code: BSB41415
Number of units: 10
Delivery Method: Workshops, Online, Skills Recognition (RPL)

Upcoming Certificate IV WHS courses

Date/Time	Event
22/03/2021 - 26/03/2021 9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Perth Workshop - Cert IV in Work Health & Safety BSB41415 Western Australia State Library, Northbridge WA

20 Responses to Certificate IV Work Health & Safety BSB41419

cherine April 5, 2015 at 1:12 pm Reply

is this course available online. Also can you please provide me with some more information. Thankyou
- Scope Training April 6, 2015 at 6:13 pm Reply
  
  Hi Cherine,
  
  Yes the Cert IV WHS is available online, as an online student you are given full access to your consultant during your studies. Further information will be sent across to your email.
  
  Have a great day
Anne Thorburn January 9, 2017 at 10:18 pm Reply

Hi,
Could you tell me the cost of this course ?
- Scope Training January 10, 2017 at 1:48 am Reply
  
  Thank you for the enquiry Anne. This course is $1750 as a workshop (as at January 2017) and the next workshop is scheduled in Perth for 29 May – 1 June 2017.
Cornelius Buitendag February 15, 2018 at 6:11 am Reply

Good day,

I would like to inquire about the Certificate IV Work Health & Safety BSB41415. I have about 14 years professional experience in HSE and have numerous qualifications (Diploma and certificate levels) from the UK and South Africa. I am currently completing a Msc from a UK university. I am moving out to Aus. by the end of year and would like to undertake this course through RPL. Can you please provide me some information regarding the costs of the course through RPL please.
- Scope Training March 9, 2018 at 11:06 am Reply
  
  Sure, we have sent some information across on both the Cert IV WHS and the RPL process. We normally commence with a bit of pre-qualification to ensure you would be a good candidate for RPL. Judging by your experience I think you should be fine, however this decision is made by a Health and Safety consultant. It’s pretty painless and can be performed from a CV etc. I have included the details in my email.
Lee McClellan March 18, 2018 at 3:02 pm Reply

Is it possible to study this course online from overseas?
- Scope Training March 20, 2018 at 1:47 am Reply
  
  Hi Lee, Yes you can study the BSB41415 qualification online from overseas. We have sent you en email with some more details. Looking forward to working with you.
Gabriel Coker March 30, 2018 at 2:51 pm Reply

Hi,

I have recently relocated here as a Permanent Resident and currently work as a Correctional Officer. I have reviewed the prospects of working as a WHS professional and have thus decided to enroll. Can you provide via mail the course structure, cost implication and duration? The plan is to use this as a compliment to my Lead External Auditor Certification ISO 9001.

Furthermore, can you advise if there is any other information that may be of great benefit in this career pathway?
J Hall April 5, 2018 at 10:45 am Reply

Hi

could you please send me the information for studying from overseas?

thank you
- Scope Training April 6, 2018 at 1:39 am Reply
  
  Hi Jordan,
  We are getting information to you right away. The online course can be started at any time with up to 12 months to complete. Looking forward to working with you.
Eugene June 18, 2018 at 1:31 pm Reply

Hi There

I have 10 years plus experience in the H&S field with a BTec degree in Safety management. i would also like to see more information regarding the RPL route if possible?
what would be the easiest, quickest and most cost effective method for me to follow to obtain this certificate?

Regards.
Eugene.
- Nic Thomas July 26, 2018 at 6:22 am Reply
  
  Thanks Eugene,
  
  Glad the info was useful. RPL does have a bad rep, but for people with experience it should be a consideration. It’s essential to bust the myth that it’s easier attending a workshop than going through the recognition of prior learning process. RPL works really well and is the most efficient process for suitable candidates- thanks for raising the question.
Angeline June 12, 2019 at 1:58 am Reply

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Good Day. I would like to look into ways I can achieve this particular unit : BSBWHS408 – Assist with effective WHS management of contractors. Please let me know if I can do this as a stand-along unit. Can I have options of online class or RPL.
- Scope Training July 9, 2019 at 1:46 am Reply
  
  Hi Angeline,
  Thank you for your enquiry.
  You can certainly do the BSBWHS408 Assist with effective WHS management of contractors as a stand-alone unit. I will send some additional information through to your email.
  Have a great day!
  Scope Training Team.
Dylan December 16, 2020 at 12:42 pm Reply

Hi there,

I have no OHS experience but would like to study this to give me more opportunities in the future. I have a workplace but it would be hard to complete practical activities at work. Am I still able to do this?

Thanks!
- Scope Training December 17, 2020 at 12:51 am Reply
  
  Hi Dylan,
  Thank you for your enquiry. You are definitely eligible to complete the Certificate IV in WHS. I have sent you an email separately with some more details regarding the practical activities and your workplace.
  Have a great day!
  Scope Training Team
- Kate January 4, 2021 at 1:23 am Reply
  
  Hi Dylan, you can definitely complete this course: we can provide scenarios where required.
  I will send you further course information.
  Happy New Year and have a great day!
Ajit January 24, 2021 at 11:25 am Reply

Hi,
Could you tell me the cost of this course ? Is it available for International students ?
- Kate January 27, 2021 at 4:34 am Reply
  
  Hi Ajit – apologies for the delayed response:
  We have students all over the world studying with us!
  I will email you all the relevant information and pricing.
  Kate