Occupational Health & Safety

Equip yourself to identify, assess and reduce workplace risk. Graduates support compliant, safer working environments across construction, manufacturing, mining and services.

Level
Level 5
Duration
12 months
Mode
Online or in-person
School
Health & Care

Programme overview

Equip yourself to identify, assess and reduce workplace risk. Graduates support compliant, safer working environments across construction, manufacturing, mining and services.

You'll learn through structured modules, regular tutor contact and a workplace component that lets you practise the skills employers actually need. Whether you study online or join us at the East London campus, you'll be supported from your first class to graduation.

What you'll cover

The Occupational Health & Safety programme is built around the following core modules. Module weighting and exact unit standards are confirmed in your enrolment pack.

Module 01

Workplace hazards & risk assessment

Module 02

OHS legislation & compliance

Module 03

Incident investigation

Module 04

Emergency preparedness

Module 05

Safety auditing

Module 06

Health & wellness in the workplace

Admission requirements

  • Grade 12 / NSC or equivalent
  • Competence in English at NQF Level 4
  • Workplace placement (employer or arranged)

If you don't meet the formal entry route, talk to us, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may apply.

Where this can take you

Graduates from this programme commonly move into roles such as:

  • SHE Officer
  • Safety Coordinator
  • Compliance Assistant
  • Risk Administrator

Fees & payment

Cyber College keeps fees transparent and predictable. Most programmes can be paid in monthly instalments or covered by an employer / SETA-funded learnership.

  • Registration fee, payable on enrolment
  • Monthly tuition over the duration of the programme
  • Includes tutor support, learning material & assessment
  • Practical kit fees apply to beauty programmes

See full fees & funding options →

Ready to apply?

Applications are open year-round and processed within a few working days. You'll need a copy of your ID and your highest qualification.

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