Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety & Environment
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Level 5 is equivalent to Year 2 of a standard 3-year British Bachelor's Degree (Higher National Diploma / HND or Foundation Degree standard, 120 UK credits / cumulative 240 credits). It emphasizes operational autonomy, managerial problem-solving, and prepares students for Final Year Honours top-up or Level 6 study.
Educational Aims & Competencies
The Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety & Environment is an IQ Awards qualification at Level 5. It supports learners in developing knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours in health & safety.
- • Learners with prior study, training or work experience who want to develop specialist knowledge.
- • Professionals seeking career progression or a recognised route into higher-level study.
- • Centres delivering practical, work-related learning for local or international learners.
Assessed Units, Learning Outcomes & Criteria
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OHSE-501
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
Not specified
- Understand occupational health and safety management systems
- Evaluate safety management systems and procedures
Not specified
Not specified
OHSE-502
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Environmental Management and Sustainability
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Environmental Management and Sustainability
Not specified
- Understand environmental management principles
- Apply sustainability and environmental control practices
Not specified
Not specified
OHSE-503
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Advanced Risk Management
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Advanced Risk Management
Not specified
- Understand advanced risk management approaches
- Analyse hazards and implement control strategies
Not specified
Not specified
OHSE-504
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Workplace Health, Wellbeing and Ergonomics
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Workplace Health, Wellbeing and Ergonomics
Not specified
- Understand workplace health and wellbeing issues
- Evaluate ergonomic and occupational health risks
Not specified
Not specified
OHSE-505
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Not specified
- Understand incident investigation methods
- Apply root cause analysis and corrective action planning
Not specified
Not specified
OHSE-506
• Level 5
• 20 Credits
• 40 GLH
OHSE Project and Professional Practice
Coursework Portfolio / Applied Assignment (No Exams)
OHSE Project and Professional Practice
Not specified
- Apply OHSE knowledge to workplace improvement
- Produce a professional OHSE project report
Not specified
Not specified
Standard & Mature Entry Guidance
University & Professional Progression
Progression to Level 6 degree-level study, top-up routes where accepted, or professional roles.
Enrol in this Programme
Level 5 • 120 UK Credits
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