This qualification is suitable for people who coordinate and maintain the Work Health and Safety (WHS) program in an organisation. It reflects the role of practitioners who apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
For entry into this course, applicants need to have completed the below Core units (or equivalent) from BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, or equivalent units from the former qualification BSB41412 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety. BSBWHS402 Assist with compliance with WHS laws BSBWHS403 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS consultation and participation processes BSBWHS404 Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control BSBWHS405 Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems BSBWHS406 Assist with responding to incidents Recommended Demonstrated currency such as working in the role of an OHS coordinator is also highly desirable.
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Fees | For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees |
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How to Apply | Please Enquire |
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AQF Level | Level 5: Diploma |
Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Work Health and Safety Coordinator, Work Health and Safety Advisor, Work Health and Safety Facilitator
Study Mode Definitions
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
12 months
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BSBWHS504 | Manage WHS risks | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS506 | Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS503 | Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS502 | Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS505 | Investigate WHS incidents | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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BSBWHS410 | Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS507 | Contribute to managing WHS information systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS508 | Manage WHS hazards associated with plant | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS510 | Contribute to implementing emergency procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS509 | Facilitate the development and use of WHS risk management tools | More Information | Training.gov Details |
Sequence | Unit |
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1 | BSBWHS504 - Manage WHS risks |
2 | BSBWHS506 - Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems |
3 | BSBWHS503 - Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk |
4 | BSBWHS502 - Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes |
5 | BSBWHS505 - Investigate WHS incidents |
6 | BSBWHS410 - Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives |
7 | BSBWHS507 - Contribute to managing WHS information systems |
8 | BSBWHS508 - Manage WHS hazards associated with plant |
9 | BSBWHS510 - Contribute to implementing emergency procedures |
10 | BSBWHS509 - Facilitate the development and use of WHS risk management tools |
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BSBWHS506 | Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS503 | Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS504 | Manage WHS risks | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS502 | Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS505 | Investigate WHS incidents | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Elective
Choose between BSBWHS510 and BSBWHS509 within the third cluster.
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BSBWHS509 | Facilitate the development and use of WHS risk management tools | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS510 | Contribute to implementing emergency procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS410 | Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS508 | Manage WHS hazards associated with plant | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
BSBWHS507 | Contribute to managing WHS information systems | More Information | Training.gov Details |
Sequence | Unit |
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1 | BSBWHS506 - Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems |
1 | BSBWHS503 - Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk |
1 | BSBWHS504 - Manage WHS risks |
2 | BSBWHS502 - Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes |
2 | BSBWHS505 - Investigate WHS incidents |
2 | BSBWHS410 - Contribute to work-related health and safety measures and initiatives |
3 | BSBWHS508 - Manage WHS hazards associated with plant |
3 | BSBWHS507 - Contribute to managing WHS information systems |
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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BSBWHS509 | Facilitate the development and use of WHS risk management tools |
BSBWHS510 | Contribute to implementing emergency procedures |
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Written/Electronic Assessment |
Project |
RPL |
Practical Task |
Third Party Verification |
Is what I already know taken into account?
Yes. Your history of study, skills and experience does matter. Consideration is given to your prior life and work experiences as well as formal and informal training. This may be applied using the national standard for Mutual Recognition or through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Documentary evidence will be requested.
What else might I find useful?
Financial assistance with fees may be available through concessions or via ‘Time to Pay’ payment plan. This and other information such as student support, study and library assistance can be found at www.cqu.edu.au/current-student
Can I go on to further training?
Pathways from this qualification include BSB60615 Advanced Diploma of Work Health and Safety. Students completing BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety are able to gain credits into the Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety or Bachelor of Accident Forensics conducted through CQUniversity. Depending on your desired outcomes, CQ University has a wide range of training pathways in Occupational Health and Safety that may suit you.