Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Level 3

Is this course for me?
This course is for health and safety union representatives who
have completed Stage 1 and preferably Stage 2 TUC/union courses or
equivalent union courses.
What will I study?
This course includes the study of organisational and
communication skills for union health and safety reps in a health,
safety and environment context. You will be required to prepare
assignments and a health and safety project.
Subjects:

• Application of number
• Communication
• Health and safety
• Organisational skills
• Welfare and the environment

What can I do next?
This can lead to Occupational Health and Safety NVQ Level 4 at
the College. It can also lead to employment in work promotion and
health and safety positions.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need to have completed the Unionlearn Health and Safety
Stage
1 and 2 courses or trade union equivalent courses.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is by the tutor on completion of a portfolio of
evidence, three assignments and one project. Students meet
regularly with tutors to help plan studies and discuss
progress.
What will it cost?
If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances,
you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out
when you apply.
Course fee:
N/AExam fee:
N/A
Please note: For courses of more than one year, the fees
stated apply to the first year of the 2009/2010 academic year
only.