Nebosh Diplomas

The NEBOSH International Diploma is a prestigious and demanding professional qualification designed for individuals aiming to advance their career in the field of occupational health and safety. Widely recognized globally, the NEBOSH Diploma is becoming the standard for health and safety professionals worldwide.

Entry Requirement

To pursue the Diploma, candidates should have a solid foundation in health and safety knowledge obtained at the NEBOSH Certificate level or its equivalent. While this foundational knowledge is not explicitly taught within the Diploma, it forms a critical part of the assessments. Hence, it is highly recommended that candidates have completed the NEBOSH General Certificate or a similar course before enrolling in the Diploma. Additionally, the Diploma is available exclusively in English, and NEBOSH suggests a minimum proficiency level equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher.

Course Content

The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is founded on international standards and best practices. The program comprises three units, which must be completed within five years.

UNIT DI1: KNOW – WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRINCIPLES (INTERNATIONAL) This unit covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Socio-legal models, enforcement, and international labor standards.
  • Organizational structures, leadership, consultation, and safety culture.
  • Competence, training, hazard identification, and risk management.
  • Loss causation, measuring, and monitoring.
  • Professional skills and societal factors.

UNIT DI2: DO – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE SAFETY ISSUES (INTERNATIONAL) Topics within this unit include:

  • Occupational health services, equality, mental health, and workplace violence.
  • Hazardous substances, health risks, asbestos, and lead.
  • Noise, vibration, radiation, musculoskeletal issues, and manual handling.
  • Workplace temperature, welfare arrangements, and more.

UNIT DI3: DO – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE SAFETY ISSUES (INTERNATIONAL) This unit addresses:

  • Safe working environments, confined spaces, fire, and explosion.
  • Dangerous substances, work equipment, machinery, and electrical safety.
  • Construction, working at height, demolition, excavation, and workplace transport.

Assessment

  • Unit DI1 is assessed through an assignment, comprising simulations, workplace-based activities, reflective tasks, and a research project.
  • Units DI2 & DI3 are assessed through a case study. Assessments are available twice a year for each unit, with a period of 2-4 weeks (depending on the unit) to complete and return the assignment to NEBOSH.

Methods of Study

  • Online: Flexible, self-paced study, approximately 409 hours of study including assessments.
  • Live Online: Real-time interactive virtual workshops, spanning 30 days, plus private study and assessments.
  • Classroom: Instructor-led courses conducted over 6 weeks, complemented by private study and assessments.
  • Blended: A blend of 3 one-week workshops, directed learning, and assessments, available in both Live Online and Classroom formats.
  • Revision Workshops: Live Online revision workshops, one day per unit.
  • Publications: Utilize Study Texts and Revision Guides for comprehensive study and preparation.

The NEBOSH National Diploma is a prestigious and challenging professional qualification ideal for individuals aspiring to become “Safety Professionals” and pursue high-level careers in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management.

Entry Requirement

To embark on the Diploma journey, candidates should possess a foundational knowledge of health and safety acquired through NEBOSH Certificate-level studies or an equivalent qualification. While this foundational knowledge is not explicitly taught within the Diploma, it forms an integral part of the assessments. Therefore, it is highly recommended that candidates have completed the NEBOSH General Certificate or a similar course before enrolling in the Diploma. Additionally, the Diploma is exclusively offered in the English language, with NEBOSH recommending a minimum proficiency level equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher.

Course Content

The NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals adheres to international standards and best practices. The program comprises three units that must be completed within five years.

UNIT DN1: KNOW – WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRINCIPLES (UK) This unit encompasses a range of topics, including:

  • Health and safety regulations, prosecutions, enforcement, civil law, and liability.
  • Organizational structures, leadership, consultation, safety culture, and risk management.
  • Hazard identification techniques, health and safety risk management, and measuring and monitoring.
  • Professional skills, societal factors, corporate social responsibility, and organizational change.
  • Civil proceedings, ethical issues, contractors, and supply chains.

UNIT DN2: DO – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE SAFETY ISSUES (UK) Topics within this unit include:

  • Occupational health services, equality, mental health, workplace violence, and health surveillance.
  • Hazardous substances, their risks, epidemiology, and toxicology.
  • Control measures for hazardous substances, including asbestos, lead, ventilation, and personal protective equipment.
  • Monitoring hazardous substances, biological agents, noise, vibration, radiation, and musculoskeletal issues.
  • Workplace temperature, welfare arrangements, and more.

UNIT DN3: DO – CONTROLLING WORKPLACE SAFETY ISSUES (UK) This unit covers:

  • Creating a safe working environment.
  • Managing confined spaces, fire, and explosions.
  • Handling dangerous substances.
  • Maintaining work equipment and machinery.
  • Operating machinery, mobile work equipment, lifting equipment, electricity, and construction.
  • Working at height, demolition, excavation, workplace transport, and work-related driving.

Assessment

  • Unit DN1 is assessed through an assignment, consisting of simulations, workplace-based activities, reflective tasks, and a research project.
  • Units DN2 & DN3 are assessed through a case study. Assessments are available twice a year for each unit, with a 2-4 week window (unit dependent) to complete the assignment and return it to NEBOSH.

Methods of Study

  • Online: Flexible, self-paced study, comprising approximately 415 hours of study, including assessments.
  • Live Online: Real-time interactive virtual workshops spanning 30 days, with private study and assessments.
  • Classroom: Instructor-led courses conducted over 6 weeks, complemented by private study and assessments.
  • Blended: A combination of 3 one-week workshops, directed learning, and assessments, available in both Live Online and Classroom formats.
  • Revision Workshops: Live Online revision workshops, one day per unit.
  • Publications: Utilize Study Texts and Revision Guides for comprehensive study and preparation.
  • In-Company: Tailored courses are available for worldwide delivery, designed to meet your organization’s specific needs.

Marshall Education presents the NEBOSH Diploma in Environmental Management, meticulously designed for individuals entrusted with the management of environmental risks. This program is particularly favored by safety professionals seeking to enhance their competence in environmental management.

Course Content

UNIT ED1: CONTROLLING ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS This unit covers an array of topics, including:

  • Key environmental cycles and the impact of human activities on the environment.
  • Environmental leadership.
  • Environmental management systems and emergency planning.
  • Evaluation and control of environmental risks.
  • Assessment of environmental performance.
  • Sustainability.
  • Waste management.
  • Emissions management for air and water.
  • Control of environmental noise.
  • Handling hazardous substances and contaminated land.
  • Energy usage.

UNIT NDEM2: ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION This unit comprises three elements:

  • Enforcement of environmental legislation.
  • Civil liability.
  • Pollution prevention and control legislation.

Methods of Study

  • Classroom: A 15-day program, including examinations.
  • Live Online: A 15-day interactive virtual course, including examinations.
  • Online: Access 235 hours of comprehensive study through our online platform.
  • Publications: Utilize Study Texts and Revision Guides.
  • In-Company: Customized courses available for global delivery to meet your organization’s specific requirements.

Assessment

  • Unit ED1 is assessed through a 3-hour examination.
  • Unit NDEM2 involves a work-based project.

Marshall Education is proud to present the NEBOSH Diploma in Environmental Management, tailored for individuals entrusted with the management of environmental risks. This program is particularly esteemed among safety professionals seeking to enhance their competence in environmental management.

Course Content

UNIT ED1: CONTROLLING ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS This unit covers a wide array of topics, including:

  • Understanding key environmental cycles and the impact of human activities on the environment.
  • Exploring environmental leadership.
  • Analyzing environmental management systems and emergency planning.
  • Evaluating and controlling environmental risks.
  • Assessing environmental performance.
  • Promoting sustainability.
  • Managing waste effectively.
  • Controlling emissions to the atmosphere and water environment.
  • Mitigating environmental noise.
  • Handling hazardous substances and contaminated land.
  • Efficiently managing energy use.

UNIT IDEM2: ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION This unit comprises two key elements:

  • Enforcement of environmental legislation.
  • Examination of pollution prevention and control legislation.

Methods of Study

  • Classroom: A comprehensive 15-day program that includes examinations.
  • Live Online: Engage in a 15-day interactive virtual course, complete with examinations.
  • Online: Access 235 hours of in-depth study through our online platform.
  • Publications: Leverage Study Texts and Revision Guides for comprehensive learning.
  • In-Company: Tailored courses are available for global delivery, catering to your organization’s specific needs.

Assessment

  • Unit ED1 is assessed through a 3-hour examination.
  • Unit IDEM2 entails a work-based project.