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NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals
The Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety is an advanced qualification that improves the skills of professionals across various workplace levels in health and safety. Effective May 2023 onwards, the curriculum has been refreshed under the new specification, NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma. The updated specifications include the latest advancements in the field, providing relevance and accuracy of content.
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Course Overview
The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety offers a pathway to a promising career in health and safety by managing professionals through practical skills and theoretical education.
The syllabus, developed in collaboration with over 600 industry and subject matter experts, is designed for seasoned professionals. The diploma provides knowledge and practical skills essential for excelling in health and safety management. It allows professionals to effectively apply their learning in real-world situations.
Enrolling in this advanced program will improve learner’s ability to identify and resolve everyday health and safety challenges. This comprehensive international qualification supports your academic growth and career trajectory.
The NEBOSH International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety empowers you to become a competent and proactive occupational health and safety leader.
NEBOSH international diploma qualifications are popular among governments, employers, and learners for their quality standards and practical relevance.
Ofqual Accreditation of NEBOSH International Diploma
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals (2023 specification) has received accreditation and credit rating from Ofqual at RQF Level 6, comprising 42 credits.
What were the changes made to the qualification after Ofqual accreditation?
Ofqual oversees qualifications, examinations, and assessments in England. It also regulates internationally offered qualifications like the NEBOSH Diplomas, provided they are taken by learners in England.
Due to the change in regulator from Scotland’s SQA Accreditation, the Diplomas will now be considered new specifications (May 2023). They will adopt new qualification titles as per Ofqual requirements:
- NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals (May 2023)
- NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals (May 2023)
The changes made to the qualification after Ofqual regulation facilitate IOSH membership recognition for international learners.
IOSH Membership Recognition
In 2022, IOSH revised its accreditation procedures, confirming that only regulated qualifications would be accredited. Since the previous accrediting body, SQA did not regulate outside the UK, its logo could not be used on certificates for international assessments. This change affected NEBOSH learners, who were ineligible for IOSH membership.
Ofqual regulation allowed learners to meet IOSH's accreditation criteria regardless of where learners take their Diploma assessments.
Therefore, after Ofqual, NEBOSH National and International Diplomas meet the academic requirements for applying to IOSH membership at the appropriate grade.
Who is this NEBOSH Diploma for?
- Professionals seeking to advance their career in occupational health and safety management.
- Employees responsible for implementing and managing health and safety practices within organisations.
- Managers and supervisors looking to improve their understanding of global health and safety standards.
- Consultants and advisors offering expertise in occupational health and safety consultancy.
- Current health and safety professionals
- Aspiring health and safety professionals
- Anyone interested in gaining in-depth knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage workplace health and safety issues on an international scale.
Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Entry Requirements
- While entry does not require compulsory qualifications, learners are strongly advised to complete the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety beforehand.
- Proficiency in English is important for comprehending and communicating the syllabus concepts effectively. NEBOSH recommends a minimum English language proficiency equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher.
NEBOSH International Diploma Duration
The qualification includes at least 185 taught hours, complemented by 144 self-study and 80 assessment hours.
To calculate how many days are equivalent to a total of 185 hours of taught hours, 144 hours of recommended self-study, and 80 hours of assessment time, we'll convert each into days:
Taught Hours:
185 hours / 8 hours per day (assuming a typical workday) = 23.125 days
Self-study Hours:
144 hours / 8 hours per day = 18 days
Assessment Hours:
80 hours / 8 hours per day = 10 days
Total Duration:
Total days = 23.125 days (taught) + 18 days (self-study) + 10 days (assessment)
Total duration ≈ 51.125 days
NEBOSH International Diploma Assessment
The NEBOSH international diploma assessment involves practical activities and scenario-based questions.
- The Unit 1 assessment comprises two papers, one of which is a practical assignment. The second paper includes scenario-based questions, work-based activities, and a brief research project.
- Units 2 and 3 assessments involve case studies and scenario-based questions.
Participants are given 2 to 4 weeks to finalise assessments and submit them via the NEBOSH online portal.
Assessment Format
The qualification units are assessed in the following way:
| Unit 1 – Workplace Health and Safety Principles | Assignment - workplace-based tasks together with simulations and a research topic |
| Unit 2 – Controlling Workplace Health Issues | Scenario-based case study |
| Unit 3 – Controlling Workplace Safety Issues | Scenario-based case study |
The time period given for you to complete each assessment is:
Unit 1: 4 weeks (20 working days)
Unit 2: 2 weeks (10 working days)
Unit 3: 2 weeks (10 working days)
NEBOSH Diploma Pass Marks
To earn the NEBOSH international diploma, passing all three units is required. Your final grade is determined by combining the percentage marks from each unit. The grading thresholds are as follows:
Pass: 150%-195%
Credit: 196%-225%
Distinction: 226% or higher
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NEBOSH International Diploma is now regulated by Ofqual and has been renamed the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals. This adjustment ensures international learners can use their qualifications to pursue IOSH membership.
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma is offered in two variants: national for UK-based learners and International for those outside the UK. While both courses hold equal status, they feature slight variations in syllabus content tailored to respective regional legislations around the world.
According to the National Qualifications Framework, achieving the NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is equivalent to completing a full-honours UK bachelor's degree.
Nebosh stands for National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health. The NEBOSH diploma is a Level 6 qualification, while an IOSH Managing Safely is a Level 2 certification (comparable to a GCSE). NEBOSH suits those pursuing health and safety as their primary career.
Under Ofqual regulations, their qualifications must include the RQF level. Therefore, NEBOSH has revised the current title to include 'Level 6' in the qualification title.
The qualifications were changed for international learners to meet IOSH membership criteria using Ofqual's logo on their certificates. IOSH updated its membership criteria in 2022, necessitating a recognised regulator's logo on certificates.
After passing each unit assessment, the qualification will be completed and graded. The final grade is calculated by combining the percentage marks from all three units. The grading thresholds applied as follows:
- Distinction: 226% or higher
- Credit: 196% - 225%
- Pass: 150% - 195%
Yes, sample assessments can be downloaded from the NEBOSH website under the 'resources' section of the qualification page.
Yes, all qualifications obtained under former specifications of NEBOSH Diplomas remain valid; NEBOSH qualifications do not have expiration dates.
The course fee is determined through discussions with your selected Learning Partner. Additionally, you will need to pay the following fees directly to NEBOSH (which may be included in your course fees—please confirm this with your Learning Partner):
- Enrolment fee: £67
- Registration fees: £147 per unit per assessment sitting.