Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
(Online)
| Course Code: | BSB41407 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Occupational Health and Safety |
| Location(s): | Moonee Ponds |
| Course Length: | Flexible (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233)
or +613 9279 2222
Email us at enquiries@kangan.edu.au
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Course overview
The course provides training for people who wish to work as Occupational Health and Safety Officers, other Health and Safety professionals or enhance their ability to perform the Health and Safety Representative role.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBOHS401B | Contribute to The Implementation of a Systematic Approach to Managing OHS | 50 |
| BSBOHS402B | Contribute to The Implementation of The OHS Consultation Process | 40 |
| BSBOHS403B | Identify Hazards and Assess OHS Risks | 60 |
| BSBOHS404B | Contribute to The Implementation of Strategies to Control OHS Risk | 40 |
| BSBOHS405B | Contribute to The Implementation of Emergency Procedures | 30 |
| BSBOHS408A | Assist With Compliance With OHS and Other Relevant Laws | 40 |
| Total hours: | 260 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBOHS508A | Participate in The Investigation of Incidents | 30 |
| BSBSUS301A | Implement and Monitor Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices | 40 |
| BSBWRT401A | Write Complex Documents | 50 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Call the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 for a fee schedule. Cost will depend on your personal circumstances and previous qualifications.
Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials. Concession may be available for those that have valid health care cards and who meet the criteria.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to obtain entry level employment as occupational health and safety practitioners. It is also designed to train those currently employed in occupational health and safety, assist those seeking employment in this field and provide a practical approach to occupational health and safety.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills for working in the field of occupational health and safety or safety management.
What qualifications will I receive?
When you successfully complete this course, you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
You may be able to continue on to higher level studies, such as a Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy, computer and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course.
How do I apply?
To register your interest please apply on-line and register your details. You will then receive contact from us via email . For further information please contact (03) 9094 3302.
How will I be selected for this course?
Attend a 15 minute telephone interview or face to face meeting.
The aim of this meeting is to ensure:
- You are prepared for studying online with self paced progress
- Have the ability to read and write about complex documents
- Have intermediate computer skills (are able to use email, the internet, use files and word documents)
- You have a commitment and enthusiasm for OHS and/or access to a workplace to complete assessment tasks
How long is the course?
As this course is flexible, there is no definite start or end date. There is an average duration of approx 1 year, however this is flexible.
Where and how can I study?
The course is offered in flexible mode with some face to face support available by arrangement at the Moonee Ponds campus.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written and practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
Recognition of Prior Learning/Recognition of Current Competency is available.
This is a process of recognising that you already have achieved competency in one or more of the units of competency. The process provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate competency as a result of the relevant skills and knowledge you have gained from any combination of:
- other courses/training
- life experience
- work experience or
- wherever else you have developed and maintained your competency.
Please discuss this at interview if you think you already have competency from any of the above situations.
Important considerations when applying to study an online course:
Due to the nature of online learning applicants must consider whether this is best way for them to learn.
- Do you work well independently?
- Are you self directed and motivated?
- Do you have a high level of commitment to completing the qualification?
- Are you able to commit to 6 - 8 hours per week to reading, research and assessment requirements?
If you are not sure whether online learning will suit you, the following website has information and a questionnaire to complete that may help you in deciding.
http://www.online.uillinois.edu/students/index.asp
Other considerations about online learning
It is expected that you will:
- Maintain contact with the your teacher
- Maintain the communications portal (Kangan Institute Online) by checking
emails/message boards/ announcements at a minimum weekly
- Complete all units within specific timeframes (timetable will be provided at enrolment)
Computer requirements
Minimum Hardware Requirements
Windows PC: Macintosh:
Platform: Windows XP
CPU: Pentium 3
Memory: 256Mb RAM
Platform: OS10.1 up
CPU: G3
Memory: 256Mb RAM
For information relating to software requirements please click on link below. (Kangan Institute Online currently uses Vista Enterprise 4 Application Pack 2 Service Pack 2 - v4.2.2)
http://www.webct.com/tuneup/viewpage?name=tuneup_browser_tuneup_information
Our aim is to promote a learning community where students can learn and network with each other as well as from the teacher/facilitator.
What will I study?
This qualification consists of 9 units and involves 400 nominal hours of delivery.
