Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
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Abbreviation:
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GCertOHS
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Home Faculty:
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Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Duration:
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1 year part-time
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Total Credit Points:
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26
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Delivery Mode:
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Face-to-Face
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Starting Session(s):
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Autumn, Spring, Summer
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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1135
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CRICOS Code:
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N/A
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course provides an entry point for students who don't meet the requirements for direct entry to the Masters degree. The course is designed to permit students to transfer to the Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) provided that a credit average is achieved across all subjects in the Graduate Certificate.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants who hold a degree that doesn't meet the criteria for direct entry to the Masters may be accepted for entry to the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety. Applicants who hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Safety or equivalent, plus two years of relevant work experience in an OHS related area, will also be considered.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course is comprised of 26 credit points of subjects as outlined in the table below.
Course Program
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Subjects (by year)
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Session
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Credit Points
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GHMA923
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OH&S Risk Management*
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Summer
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6
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LAW969
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Occupational Health and Safety Law**
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Autumn
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6
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GHMA922
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Occupational Hygiene and Toxicology*
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Summer
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6
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GHMA927
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Advanced Workplace Injury Management *
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Spring
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8
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* These subjects are taught in various block delivery modes. Please consult the Course Coordinator for details.
**This subject is run by the Faculty of Law and usually runs in block format. Please consult with the Faculty of Law for details.
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Credit Towards Other Courses
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course is designed to permit students to transfer to the Master of Science (Occupational Health & Safety). Students must maintain a credit average to transfer to the Master of Science (Occupational Health & Safety) and are to discuss this option with the Course Coordinator.
Further Information:
A/Prof Brian Davies
Program Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4438 (Wednesdays only)
0407287406 (business hours only)
brian_davies@uow.edu.au
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