NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC)

The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health is a globally respected health and safety qualification.

A modern risk-based qualification providing practical skills and sustainable knowledge that can be applied to any workplace, across industries, for those starting out, as well as those who are continuing their development as health and safety professionals.

Why choose British Safety Council?

As a Gold learning partner, we exceed the learning excellence principles, which include the quality of our material, expert tutors, exceptional support to all our students and the creation of an engaging and positive learning environment.

You will receive unlimited support from our approved NEBOSH tutors until you pass

All our learners will have free access to all our excellent online interactive Digital Learning Resources and Study Support Hub, with additional resources, tutor guidance and forums to talk with tutors and other students

From the very start of your studies, our expert tutors are committed to guiding you through your qualification, providing supportive learning and application of your knowledge in real-world scenarios, enabling you to confidently achieve your qualification.

The British Safety Council has been a trusted provider of health, safety sustainability and wellbeing education for over 65 years, with exceptional pass rates. Not only will you be joining our large cohort of students who have successfully completed their professional development with the British Safety Council, but you will also be supporting our global charitable activities in our dedication to making sure no one is injured or made ill through their work.

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Examination Booking

The chosen study method fee does not include examination booking. You will need to book these separately.

Additional fee for NEBOSH Examinations: £230 +VAT.

You can book IG1 Open Book Examination and IG2 Practical Assessment using the Learning Zone.

NEBOSH Course Information

What’s the outcome?

You will achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety which is an SCQF Level 6 qualification (equivalent to RQF Level 3, similar to an A Level).

A comprehensive foundation course that will provide you with a good understanding of the principles and practice of managing risk in the workplace and the confidence to apply your knowledge.

Course information

The NEBOSH International General Certificate programme consists of 11 elements across two units:

Unit NG1: Management of Health and Safety

Element 1 Why we should manage workplace health and safety
Element 2 How health and safety management systems work and what they look like.
Element 3 Managing risk – understanding people and processes
Element 4 Health and safety monitoring and measuring

Unit NG2: Risk Assessment

Element 5 Physical and psychological health
Element 6 Musculoskeletal health
Element 7 Chemical and biological agents
Element 8 General workplace issues
Element 9 Work equipment
Element 10 Fire
Element 11 Electricity

Course requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.

Enrolment period

Most students complete this course within 6 months. NEBOSH allows you up to 5 years to complete both assessments, we will provide access to resources and support until you complete your qualification.

Course overview

The qualification comprises two units:

Unit IG1 covers the management of health and safety and is assessed via an open-book exam completed online.

Unit IG2 covers hazards and risk assessment and is assessed via a practical risk assessment based on a workplace.

If you are studying digitally the units are studied at your own pace, for classroom courses unit IG1 is taught in week 1 and IG2 in week 2.

Assessment

Unit IG1: Open book examination is completed online via the NEBOSH exam portal, to which you have 24 hours access. On average you should allocate approximately 5 hours to complete the exam. You’ll be awarded a grading for the IG1, as outlined below

Pass: 45-64 marks
Credit: 65-74 marks
Distinction: 75+ marks.

Unit IG2: Workplace-based risk assessment task. Completed in a workplace and submitted to BSC via email. IG2 is marked either a pass or refer (fail).

You must successfully pass both units to achieve your full NEBOSH International General Certificate.

A copy of the full syllabus can be downloaded here.

For more information on assessments please see our NEBOSH Certificate Assessment Information page.

Results and Certificates

NEBOSH will email you your results directly approximately 50 working days from your assessment.

You can see when your results are due on the NEBOSH website.

You will receive your certificate parchment within 8 weeks of the successful completion of both unit assessments.

Professional recognition

NEBOSH qualifications are recognised by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).

Learning progression: What’s next?

Once completed, our students often continue their studies by completing a NEBOSH Fire Safety, Foundation in IEMA or a NEBOSH Diploma. Please contact us to discuss your options.

Learner's Agreement

British Safety Council will:

Use suitably qualified and experienced tutors to deliver the tuition
Cover all the specification learning outcomes
Provide or direct you to the information you need to pass the qualification
Provide you with expert advice on revision and examination technique
Respond in a timely manner to any queries
Be diligent and courteous at all times

You must:

Attend all scheduled sessions
Contribute to group discussions in a positive manner
Endeavour to be active, rather than passive in terms of learning
Complete the required number of revision hours
Pay particular attention to advice regarding revision and examination technique
Bring any learning difficulties to our attention at the earliest opportunity

Study Methods and Booking

Digital Learning

The NEBOSH International General Certificate Digital Learning programme allows you to study at your own pace and in your own time.

Our online programme includes tutorial videos, a digital text book, interactive exercises, and practice questions to make sure you are fully prepared for the IG1 examination and IG2 risk assessment task. You will also have access to our Study Support Hub, full of additional technical and soft skill resources to assist you with your study techniques and overcome procrastination and self-doubt, to enable you to excel in your learning. You will also have free, unlimited access, to our Study Support tutors and can engage in our student forum community.

Additional fee for NEBOSH Examinations: £230 +VAT.

Please book your examination using the link(s) below:

IG1 Open Book Examination booking page here.

IG2 Practical Assessment booking page here.

Why digital learning?

Study wherever and whenever suits you
Perfect for people with busy lives
Most cost-effective way to study

Face To Face

All the benefits of Digital Learning, plus experience our 9-day course studying within a classroom, networking with other learners, engaging with your tutor, being part of a community and even enjoying the delicious lunches. Book at one of our convenient locations across the UK.

Additional fee for NEBOSH Examinations: £230 +VAT.

Please book your examination using the link(s) below:

IG1 Open Book Examination booking page here.

IG2 Practical Assessment booking page here.

Why face to face?

Engage with your tutor
Opportunity to network with other students
Free from workplace distractions

In-Company

Either virtual class or we can visit your workplace or a third party venue and deliver this 9-day course on dates of your choice.

A cost-effective method that can be tailored to your organisation, creating a study community with your colleagues, building team relationships and discussing hazards and risks relevant to your organisation. Our dedicated account managers can guide you through the options that suit your organisation to support your learning requirements.

Additional fee for NEBOSH Examinations: £230 +VAT.

Please book your examination using the link(s) below:

IG1 Open Book Examination booking page here.

IG2 Practical Assessment booking page here.

Why in-company?

Cost-effective method that can be tailored to your organisation
Creates a study community with your colleagues
Allows you to tailor the training to your organisation

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Frequently asked questions, queries and feedback

Should you have any queries, please contact our Education Team (education@britsafe.org)

If you wish to provide feedback regarding the service provided by your tutor or our Education Team, please contact our Customer Service Team (customer.service@britsafe.org).

You can also refer the matter to NEBOSH (info@nebosh.org.uk).

If you wish to provide feedback regarding the service provided by NEBOSH, please contact the Scottish Qualifications Authority (customer@sqa.org.uk).

How long does the NEBOSH course take?

The NEBOSH International General Certificate takes 80-120 hours to study, depending on what delivery method you choose.

What happens if I have to re-sit my NEBOSH assessment?

We will continue to offer you support and access to our resources until you pass. Please note that further assessment fees are not included.

Please book your examination re-sit using the link(s) below:

IG1 Open Book Examination booking page here.

IG2 Practical Assessment booking page here.

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