Course fee: R12 600.00
Deposit: R2 100.00
Monthly instalment: R1 312.50
Payment duration: 8 months
Study duration: 8 months
International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH)
R12 600.00
This qualification is ideal for anyone who needs a broad understanding of health and safety issues to be able to manage day-to-day risks effectively. Many people take the International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) as a first step in a career in health and safety. It gives a valuable overview, and is a sound basis for further professional study.
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Course code: C01240
Subjects:
Unit IG1 – Management of Health & Safety
Element 1: Contains an explanation of the reasons for managing health and safety effectively, including an examination of legal standards and an introduction to the principles of contractor management.
Element 2: Introduces the idea of health and safety management systems and how these are set out in organisational policies.
Element 3: Deals with a wide range of topics that sit at the core of effective health and safety management. Topics include health and safety culture, how this culture can be improved, risk assessment, the development of safe systems of work, and emergency procedures and first aid.
Element 4: Contains an explanation of active and reactive monitoring, accident reporting and investigation, and health and safety auditing.
Unit IG2 – Risk Assessment
Element 5: Contains an explanation of six physical and psychological health hazards: noise, vibration, radiation, mental ill health, work-related violence and substance abuse.
Element 6: Looks at musculoskeletal health and covers the topics of work-related upper limb disorders, manual handling and mechanical load-handling equipment.
Element 7: Deals with chemical and biological agents.
Element 8: Contains an explanation of a wide range of general workplace issues such as welfare provision, working at height, confined space entry, lone working, slips and trips, safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles in the workplace, and work-related driving.
Element 9: Focuses on work equipment and the hazards and control measures associated with simple hand tools, power tools and machinery.
Element 10: Looks at fire safety and covers basic fire prevention, the control of fire spread, fire alarm systems and fire evacuation.
Element 11: Deals with the hazards and risks of electricity, and typical workplace control measures.
Schedule:
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Cohort number CH14 – NEBOSH IG1/2 CH15 – NEBOSH IG1/2 CH16 – NEBOSH IG1/2 CH17 – NEBOSH IG1/2 CH18 – NEBOSH IG1/2 CH19 – NEBOSH IG1/2 |
Course start date
06 January 2025 03 March 2025 05 May 2025 07 July 2025 01 September 2025 03 November 2025 |
Course expiry date
30 September 2025 30 November 2025 31 January 2026 31 March 2026 31 May 2026 31 July 2026 |
Learners must be at least 16 years of age.
Advanced literacy skills (reading and writing in English).
Access to a computer (desktop or laptop).
Access to a reliable internet connection.
Availability to regularly attend online classes and workshop sessions.
Course type: Industry endorsed
Quality assurance partner: National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)
Certification: International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH)
Certification issued by: NEBOSH (United Kingdom)
Assessment information:
The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) has two (2) examinations; one (1) examination per unit. Learners must achieve a ‘Pass’ in both units to be awarded the qualification.
Learners will be provided with a choice of possible exam sittings within a given year. It is the learners’ responsibility to plan their examinations according to the schedule provided.
Learners will have five years to complete their qualification. The five-year period starts from the date that they pass their first successful unit. Any unit that is five or more years old will not count towards the qualification and a learner will need to retake this unit if they still want to complete the qualification.
Assessment type:
- Unit IG1: Open book examination conducted online. Learners will have a 24-hour window in which to download the examination paper, complete their answers and then upload their answer sheets.
- Unit IG2: Practical assessment where learners will complete a risk assessment in an actual workplace environment.
Exam fees:
We offer exam booking assistance but the exam fees are not included in the course fee. Additional exam fees:
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- Unit IG1 – *89 Pounds (UK)
- Unit IG2 – *89 Pounds (UK)
*International exam fees are subject to change.
Schedule:
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Exam dates 05 November 2025 10 December 2025 |
Exam registration closing dates
08 October 2025 12 November 2025 |
Results release date
26 January 2026 02 March 2026 |
Dedicated support team
We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.
Dedicated lecturer
You will be assigned a dedicated lecturer who possess extensive subject knowledge and can offer valuable advice on how to fully immerse yourself in the learning material. We encourage students to actively engage in their studies, and our lecturers are there to provide optimal instruction and guidance every step of the way.
Orientation session
The virtual orientation session will set you up for academic success and assist you in your transition to distance and digital learning at Optimi College. The aim of this session is to give you information about your course and also answer frequently asked questions.
Online classroom access
The Online Classroom is easily accessible from your cell phone or PC. You have access to a range of resources and facilities, designed to support your learning journey. You can also submit assignments on the Online Classroom. Managing your assignments is simple, fast, and reliable.
Live online classes and workshops
A significant advantage of distance and digital learning is that it allows students to attend live online classes. These sessions will enable you to interact with the lecturer through chats and makes it possible to connect with fellow learners. You will also be invited to focused sessions where fundamental principles and concepts of speciality modules or subjects are reviewed in preparation for an exam.
Recorded online lectures
Our distance and digital learning courses provide easy access to various recorded lecturing sessions. Plus, you can use multiple devices to access our instructional material to engage in learning experiences at any time of the day.
Exam booking assistance
You will receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting.
Study material and courier delivery included
Our study material and textbooks are included in the total course fee, so you do not have to worry about sourcing your own textbooks. We will send you all the necessary study material to complete the course. Material is sent via courier, at no additional charge!
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