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Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Graduate Certificate

This course offers advanced training in occupational health and safety, focusing on risk management, accident prevention, and safety technology. It is available online for international students outside Australia.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Duration

0.5 semester full-time, 0.5 semester part-time

Course Code

GC-OCHLSF

Study Mode

Online

Intake Months

Mar, Jul

Domestic Fees

$4,700 per year

About this course

Overview

This multidisciplinary course provides specialised advanced training for graduates or OHS practitioners, with an emphasis on risk and safety management, accident prevention and safety technology.

Your learning will be complemented with a specialist topic chosen to suit your interests and future career needs.

Please note: This course is not available to international students studying in Australia. International students can only take this course externally (online) in their country of origin.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

A recognised bachelor degree or equivalent, preferably in health, science, education or management-related background, or equivalent.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6.0
Speaking: 6.0
Reading: 6.0
Listening: 6.0
Overall band score: 6.5

Other requirements and notes for this course

Full-time study available subject to unit availability. To study full-time, you will need to complete the majority of your units off-campus.

You will require regular access to a computer and the Internet to complete off-campus units.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you'll learn

apply and integrate the knowledge and principles of occupational health and safety and practical skills required for the prevention of injury and occupational disease in the workplace environment
apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse issues relevant to OHS and think creatively in the generation of solutions to problems
access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information and evidence from a range of resources available in the field of OHS and use appropriate information and communication technology practices
communicate effectively with a range of people including community groups, workers, employers, statutory authorities and their representatives and other professionals.
use scientific and technological methods with an understanding of their advantages and limitations
demonstrate ability for self-directed and lifelong learning through the pursuit of professional development opportunities in occupational health and safety
recognise and apply international standards and perspectives within OHS
demonstrate an appreciation of cultural diversity including the impact of cultural and social factors of OHS practices
demonstrate professionalism and capacity for leadership and be able to work independently, collaboratively and ethically

Career pathways

What jobs can the Occupational Health and Safety course lead to?

Graduates may gain employment in a variety of industries including mining, oil, gas, manufacturing and construction.

There also may be opportunities for graduate careers in corporate, government, health and academic sectors.

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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