University of Wollongong
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a professional introductory degree for students holding a recognised undergraduate degree, or equivalent; or a Certificate IV in OH&S plus relevant work experience.
For students wishing to study further, this graduate certificate provides a pathway to the Graduate Diploma and Master of Occupational Health and Safety. All subjects successfully completed are credited towards the next degree.
Delivery mode
University of Wollongong offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- A recognised Bachelor degree, or equivalent; or a Certificate IV in Occupational Health & Safety plus relevant work experience.
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
- All subjects successfully completed in the Graduate Certificate will count as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
- On the successful completion of the Graduate Diploma your subjects can be credited towards the Master of Occupational Health and Safety.
- If you have completed postgraduate subjects in a similar degree at another institution, please provide evidence of the subjects and your results and consideration will be given for credit towards the UOW degree.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety will prepare you for the following roles.
Safety Officer
A Safety Officer ensures that workplaces adhere to health and safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries. You might work in various indus...
Industrial Hygienist
An Industrial Hygienist identifies and assesses workplace hazards that may affect employee health and safety. You might work in various industries...
Safety Consultant
A Safety Consultant assesses and improves safety practices within organisations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. You might...
About University of Wollongong
Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. In those early days developing the Illawarra and its industries focused our intent and our pioneering spirit was born. From these origins, we have grown to be a diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. Our success is the creation of our people and valued partnerships, locally, regionally and internationally.
We are driven and determined, yet collegial and ethical in all that we do. We are always looking to serve our communities and share our knowledge and expertise with them for mutual betterment.
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