OverviewAbout this course
Promote safe practices in your workplace and take the lead in creating a trusted work environment. Advance your existing capabilities and learn how to motivate your team to make organisational change and achieve mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
Contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of WHS management systems
Manage risks and investigate incidents
Develop and use WHS risk management tools
Lead and manage organisational change
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Work on real-world projects in simulated work environments
Conduct a risk assessment of a real workplace
Plan, conduct and report on WHS investigations
Develop strategies to resolve WHS issues and risks
Research, analyse and interpret workplace WHS policies, state and federal legislation
A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Academic transcript showing successful completion of all core units (or equivalent competencies) in the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Already worked in a work health and safety (WHS) role and want to upskill
Strong computer literacy skills
The ability to research, evaluate and present a range of complex tasks
Efficient organisational and time management skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Safety Inspector
Safety Inspectors inspect machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations, in relation to occupational health and safety.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
90%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
1,700 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
48 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$2,090
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
43 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
High
Gender share
20% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Stable
Other jobs include: occupational health and safety officer or manager, work health and safety advisor or manager, human resources manager and health and safety practitioner/consultant.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Diploma of Work Health and Safety does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Diploma of Work Health and Safety does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Work Health and Safety qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 Units of competency, including 5 core and 5 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Lead WHS risk managementBSBWHS513
Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidentsBSBWHS515
Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation's WHS management systemBSBWHS516
Lead the development and use of WHS risk management toolsBSBWHS519
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 6 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Study and Career Pathways