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Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety |
Abbreviation: |
GCertOHS |
My University: |
Occupational Health, Safety |
Duration: |
1 year part-time |
Total Credit Points: |
24 |
Delivery Mode: |
Flexible |
Starting Session(s): |
SHS Jan (2 January) |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
1135 |
CRICOS Code: |
N/A |
Please note this course is under review during 2013
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course aims to develop introductory skills and knowledge to understand regulatory, hazard and risk management principles and processes.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants who hold a degree that does not meet the criteria for direct entry to the Masters may be accepted for entry to the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. Applicants who hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Safety or equivalent, plus two years of relevant work experience in an OHS related area, may be considered. Entry is competitive and places are limited.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in accordance with the course structure and recommended subject progression table below.
Subject Code |
Subject Name |
Session + |
Credit Points |
LAW 969 |
Occupational Health and Safety Law** |
Winter |
6 |
SHS 970 |
Advanced Workplace Injury Management |
SHS February |
6 |
SHS 971 |
OH&S Risk Management |
SHS May |
6 |
SHS 972 |
Principals of Occupational Hygiene |
SHS September |
6 |
**This subject is delivered in block format. Please consult the relevant Faculty for details. | |||
Professional Recognition
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety has been accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) in the United Kingdom.
Articulation with other UOW Courses
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety articulates with the Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety). All subjects successfully completed in the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety will count as credit towards the Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) upon successful transfer to the Masters. Note that a credit average in the Graduate Certificate is required to be eligible to transfer.
Contact Information
For further information please contact your Course Advisor.
Other Information
Other information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/