ICTQual AB Level 6 International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

The ICTQual AB Level 6 International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) is an advanced qualification designed for professionals and aspiring leaders who want to take on strategic, technical, and managerial roles in workplace health, safety and well-being. It covers not only the regulatory, legal, and risk management aspects, but also the behavioural, organisational, and emergency response dimensions of safety. The aim is to produce graduates who can design, manage, audit, and improve safety systems in a variety of industrial and organisational settings.

Course Overview

• The programme is structured as a full Level 6 qualification, typically delivered over several years, with multi-unit assessments.

• It combines theoretical knowledge (legislation, risk theory, safety culture) with practical skills (hazard identification, incident investigation, audits, emergency response).

• It is delivered through ICTQual AB Approved Training Centres, possibly using blended modes (face-to-face + online), workshops, case-studies, and projects.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum age often expected is 18 years.

• Prior qualification in a related field (e.g. level 5 in safety / risk / engineering / health sciences) or relevant work experience.

• Good English proficiency (reading, writing, communicating technical and legal content).

• Some basic computer literacy (reporting tools, safety software, or online learning).

• For experienced candidates, there may be recognition of prior learning or experience which can shorten or tailor the route.

Study Units

Learning Outcomes

Students completing the diploma are expected to be able to:

• Understand and apply legal and regulatory frameworks governing workplace safety and health.

• Identify, assess, prioritise and control workplace hazards and risks.

• Investigate accidents or incidents, determine root causes, produce corrective actions and ensure follow-up.

• Plan, design and manage emergency response and business continuity procedures.

• Conduct audits, inspections and monitoring, reporting on safety performance and compliance.

• Lead on developing a positive health & safety culture, influencing behaviour and organising training or communication.

• Integrate occupational health, hygiene, environmental and safety management for holistic workplace well-being.

• Use professional communication skills, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to support safety initiatives.

• Carry out a major project (capstone) that demonstrates ability to apply theory and tools to a real or simulated workplace setting.

Course Benefits

• Enhances employability in roles such as Safety Officer, Health & Safety Advisor, Risk Manager, HSE Coordinator, Safety Consultant.

• Prepares candidates for leadership or senior roles in health & safety and risk management.

• Useful for ensuring legal compliance, reducing incidents and liabilities, improving workplace safety, which adds value for both employee welfare and organisational performance.

• Helps build both technical and soft skills: auditing, investigation, communication, leadership, emergency planning.

• Provides a strong foundation for continuous professional development and keeps one current with evolving regulatory, technical and best practice changes.

Future Progression & Qualification Route

• Graduates may move into senior safety / HSE roles: Health & Safety Manager, Head of Safety, Safety Director, or become specialists in investigations, compliance, auditing.

• There is scope to transition into consultant roles, safety training, regulatory inspection, industries with high safety risk (oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, mining, etc.).

• Further academic progress might include postgraduate diplomas or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management, Environmental Health, or related disciplines.

• Professional certification / membership opportunities: depending on region, might qualify for bodies such as IOSH (for ‘GradIOSH’ membership), or other safety institutions.

• Qualification routes may include a standard full route, completing all required units and assessments; plus a competent / experienced candidate route for those who already have significant relevant work experience or prior learning, allowing exemptions or accelerated completion.

The ICTQual AB Level 6 International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety offers a comprehensive and advanced pathway for those serious about making workplaces safer. By combining legal, technical, behavioural, and management perspectives in safety, the programme prepares learners to not only understand hazards and risk but to lead change, influence culture, and manage safety systems with confidence. For anyone aiming for senior roles in safety, regulatory compliance, or organisational health, this diploma can be a strong and strategic investment in professional growth.