NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NGC)

Level up your skills for improved career growth. The NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety ensures a seamless journey to health and safety management. This introductory course is designed to give a robust foundation for learners of all levels of careers.

This NEBOSH qualification is a widely recognised credential across global employers and professional membership bodies in 180+ countries. Over 87% of UK employers mandate the NEBOSH General Certificate course for employment opportunities. This certificate is broadly known for offering elevated skills in health & safety and environmental management. It is designed to support the role of environmental management in establishing improved sustainable practices through a comprehensive understanding of health and safety.

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Who is it for NEBOSH NGC?

The NEBOSH National General Certificate delivers expertise and is an internationally popular qualification for growth in existing and long-term career growths.

The qualification suits:

  • All career roles

  • Managers

  • Supervisors

  • Anyone with some responsibilities in health & management

  • Anyone starting a career in HSE

Learning Outcomes of NEBOSH NGC:

Levying strong attention to the essential HSE aspects, the NEBOSH NGC includes:

  • Skills for effective health and safety management

  • Recognize potential and common workplace hazards

  • Measure the successful outcomes

  • UK’s key legal regulations

Assessment Element

Online Open Book Exam (OBE)

Unit NG 1: Management of health and safety
1 Why we should manage workplace health and safety
2 How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
3 Managing risk – understanding people and processes
4 Health and safety monitoring and measuring

Practical Assessment

Unit NG 2: Risk Assessment
5 Physical and psychological health
6 Musculoskeletal health
7 Chemical and biological agents
8 General workplace issues
9 Work equipment
10 Fire
11 Electricity

NG1 Assessment dates

Unit Examination Date Result Notification Date
NG 1 11 Jun’25 20 Aug’25
NG 1 09 Jul’25 18 Sep’25
NG 1 06 Aug’25 16 Oct’25

Risk assessment is the heart of the qualification. Besides this, learners become skillful at:

  • Conducting risk assessments.
  • Design and execute actionable measures.
  • Reduce and manage workplace risks.
  • Contribute to and maintain organisational health and safety culture.

The course learners are advised to possess an appropriate level of English that supports a clear understanding of the syllabus content.

The assessment for the NEBOSH General Certificate is achieved through a 2-step process:

  • IG1: An open book (OBE) & online exam, along with a supporting closing interview
  • IG2: A practical risk assessment (workplace-based)

Learners should get a pass in both assessments to achieve the qualification.

108 Hours (Taught + Self Study)

The NEBOSH National General Certificate holders are entitled to:

  • Affiliate Membership (AIOSH) of the IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health). The qualification fulfils the academic obligations for Technical Membership (Tech IOSH) of IOSH with relevant work experience.
  • Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of the IIRSM (International Institute of Risk and Safety Management).

If you are keen on achieving higher levels, you can grasp the opportunity by pursuing the NEBOSH Diplomas or Masters Qualification, which are the esteemed qualifications in the industry.

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