Firstly, congratulations! Successfully passing the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is a great achievement, both personally and professionally. Its important to take a moment to reflect on the effort, dedication and commitment that was made to your studies and furthering your career.
Now you have received your NEBOSH results, what are the next steps?
1. Join a Professional Body
Joining a professional body is an important step for those looking for support in their continued professional development (CPD). Additionally, it can also provide the opportunity to network with others in the industry and gain access to a variety of resources.
The Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the largest membership organisation for the health and safety industry in the world. After successfully passing the NEBOSH General Certificate, individuals qualify for Associate Membership (AIOSH). This demonstrates a clear understanding of health and safety and shows a commitment to the industry which is evident to potential employers. Additionally, the NEBOSH General Certificate also meets the academic requirements for Technical Membership (Tech IOSH), deeming individuals competent and knowledgeable within their health and safety roles. For more information, click here.
The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) is another professional body that aim to provide support to those involved within the health and safety industry, who are manage risk to businesses, people or organisations. Through the completion of the NEBOSH General Certificate, individuals can apply for Associate Membership (AIIRSM). For more information, click here.
2. Expand Knowledge Further with Different NEBOSH Certificates
Individuals can choose to build on the foundation knowledge gained from the NEBOSH General Certificate and expand into specialised areas of health and safety. Once completing the NGC1 module, delegates will only be required to complete one additional module and project, rather than two modules, as long as the examinations are taken within 5 years of completing the NEBOSH General Certificate.
NEBOSH currently offer several Certificate courses:
- Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK)
- NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Process Safety Management
- NEBOSH IIRSM Certificate in Managing Risk
- NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence
- Environmental Management Certificate
- NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Manual Handling Risk Assessment
- NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Managing Stress at Work
3. Progress onto a NEBOSH Diploma
Individuals can progress to the NEBOSH National Diploma. This is the most popular and recognised health and safety qualification in the UK. After completing this Diploma, individuals can apply for Graduate Membership with IOSH and will be considered professionally competent within the Health and Safety industry.
NEBOSH currently offer the following national diploma courses:
- NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals
- National Diploma in Environmental Management
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