Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
| Course Code: | BSB41407 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Occupational Health and Safety |
| Location(s): | Moonee Ponds |
| Course Length: | Part-time night (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Course overview
This course provides training for people who wish to work as Occupational Health and Safety Officers, Health and Safety Inspectors and 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 |
|---|---|---|
| BSBOHS508B | Participate in The Investigation of Incidents | 50 |
| 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 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 fields, 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 Training 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 and literacy skills as well as basic computer skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have some work experience or a desire to work in the Occuaptional Health and Safety field.
How do I apply?
Intake for this flexibily delivered course is now closed for the 2012 intake. Please still register your details for 2013 if you wish to be considered for this course.. You will be contacted by email to attend an Information session.
If you are interested in completing this course on-line please register your details for our Cert IV in OHS online course.
To register your interest please apply online at the Information Session page here: http://www.kangan.edu.au/certificates-diplomas-advanced-melbourne/information-session/.
Correspondence will be through email. Please provide a current email address. For further information please call our Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact Anna Gabriele on (03) 9094 3302.
Information Sessions:
Wednesday 17th October 2012 OR
Wednesday 14th November 2012
How will I be selected for this course?
The criteria for acceptance are:
- Reasonable standard of numeracy and literacy
- Ability to think logically
- Good interpersonal; communication skills
- Awareness of and commitment to undertaking the course.
- Enthusiasm for OHS
- Basic computer and internet skills.
Students who do not have basic computer skills will be encouraged to complete all or some units from the Certificate III in Information Technology which will be timetabled around the Certificate IV qualification.
How long is the course?
This is a one year part-time course.
Where and how can I study?
The course is currently offered at the Moonee Ponds Campus on a part time basis, which will be one to two evenings per week (including an online component). Classes run in the evening from 6pm-9pm.
How will I be assessed?
You will need to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. You may be assessed by a combination of written assignments or tests, oral tests and practical assessments in class and in the work place. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. If needed, you will have the chance for reassessment and appeal.
Additional comments
Applications are now being taken for the 2013 intake.
What will I study?
This qualification consists of 9 units and involves 400 nominal hours of delivery.
