BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety

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.

 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The entry requirements for this qualification are the units listed below (or equivalent competencies), which are the five (5) core units from BSB41415 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

Learners who hold BSB41407 Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety will be provided with a fast track option (RPL) to meet the entry requirements above. Students who do not meet the entry requirements can undertake these units at an additional cost.

It is recommended that participants:

• Have at least a Year Nine level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
• Have access to a workplace with a safety management system.

 DELIVERY

There are a range of delivery mode options for this qualification:

• Self-Paced (Online)
  • Students undertake individual activities and work-based assignments through an online external learning program.
  • Students are given 12 months to complete the qualification (no minimum timeframe for completion). Activities are self-paced to meet the students’ varying needs (e.g. work commitments, amount of time available for study).
  • Students must have access to an internet connection, have basic computer skills (including using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint) and an ability to research information.
  • CSTC has a dedicated Support Co-ordinator available to assist students throughout their learning experience. Assessments are marked within five (5) business days.
• Blended Delivery (Face-to-Face and Online)
  • Classroom training is available for companies looking to upskill employees and subcontractors at a time and location that suits (minimum numbers apply). This training is supplemented with online learning.
  • Assessments are to be fully completed within 12 months of the training.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Gap Training
  • Students’ existing skills and knowledge are considered against course requirements. Examples of evidence collected include:
    • Direct evidence – such as samples of work, photos, video, references
    • Indirect evidence – such as awards, resumes, workplace memos/letters
    • Historical evidence – such as past employer references, logbooks
  • Evidence is evaluated and gaps in students’ knowledge and skills are determined so that training and assessment can be organised. Where entire units are to be assessed in full, students are given access to an external online learning program to complete.
  • Where RPL is requested, students are supplied with an RPL application upon enrolment

  UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Total number of units = Nine (9)

Core Units

• BSBWHS502 Manage effective WHS consultation and participation processes
• BSBWHS503 Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk
• BSBWHS504 Manage WHS risks
• BSBWHS505 Investigate WHS incidents
• BSBWHS506 Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining WHS management systems

Electives

• BSBWHS507 Contribute to managing WHS information systems
• BSBWHS508 Manage WHS hazards associated with plant
• BSBWHS509 Facilitate the development and use of risk-management tools
• BSBWHS510 Contribute to implementing emergency procedures

 ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS

Participants will be required to successfully complete a series of assessment tasks which will include a folio, written activities, observation / practical demonstration, simulated activities, case studies and role plays.

LANGUAGE LITERACY AND NUMERACY (LLN)

We wish to determine any support needs you may have and provide access to educational and support services. As such, prior to commencing your study you will be requested to complete a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment. Your results will be used to determine whether you may need extra assistance as part of your study program.

 COURSE FEE

Applicants may be eligible for CSQ Funding, with reduced pricing listed in the table below. Check your eligibility for CSQ Funding here.

• CSQ Funding Fee Table

  Qualification code and title	Funding SEQ	Funding Regional	Funding Remote
  BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety	$2,700.00	$3, 375.00	$4,050.00
  BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety	$2,700.00	$3, 375.00	$4,050.00
  BSB51315 Diploma of Work Health and Safety	$2,760.75	$3, 450.75	$4,141.12
  BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management	$2,565.00	$3,206.25	$3,847.50
  CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)	$5,670.00	$7,087.50	$8,505.00
  CPC40208 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Contract Administration)	$3,037.50	$3,796.87	$4,556.25
  CPC40308 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Estimating)	$4,725.00	$5,906.25	$7,087.50
  CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)	$7,917.75	$9,897.18	$11,876.62
  CPC60212 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)	$4,421.25	$5,526.56	$6,631.87
  RII40715 Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision	$4,725.00	$5,906.25	$7,087.50
  RII50415 Diploma of Civil Construction Management	$6,750.00	$8,437.50	$10,125.00

  For breakdown of regional/remote loading please see here: CSQ Location Loadings.

CSTC offers competitive pricing for those who don’t meet the funding criteria, as listed in the table below: