Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
University of Wollongong
About
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety provides a professional introductory program of study.
It is also a pathway for the higher level Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety and Master of Occupational Health and Safety.UOW's Occupational Health and Safety programs have been developed in conjunction with industry to address the complex nature of occupational health and safety in the workplace.
The specialised knowledge and skills developed throughout the course will allow you to confidently address the complex nature of workplace issues.
The program has a flexible mode of delivery, with online content delivered up front, complemented by block teaching sessions of 3–5 days for exploration and application of subject material.
Structure
To qualify for award of this degree, a candidate must satisfactorily complete a total of at least 24 credit points, comprised of:
Autumn Session
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAS 871 | WHS Risk Management | 6 | Autumn |
| HAS 979 | Ergonomics Essentials | 6 | Autumn |
Spring Session
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAS 861 | Workplace Hazards & Hygiene | 6 | Spring |
| HAS 973 | Occupational Health & Safety Systems | 6 | Spring |
For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
Entry requirements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
CLO Description 1 Identify, critically review, investigate and evaluate OHS issues using data, research and argument. 2 Generate and demonstrate effective responses to advanced OHS issues with creativity, logic and critical thinking. 3 Effectively identify, generate and transmit advanced OHS knowledge, skills and ideas to collaborate and engage with people in different settings and different cultural environments. 4 Identify, describe and demonstrate strategies to acknowledge, appreciate and respect diversity. 5 Identify and generate strategies to maintain personal integrity within the field of OHS. 6 Identify, critically review, evaluate and apply appropriate resources and technologies for professional practice in OHS in order to function effectively in the digital environment.
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