Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety
| Course Code: | BSB51307 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Occupational Health and Safety |
| Location(s): | Moonee Ponds |
| Course Length: | Part-time night (1 year) |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
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Course overview
This course is designed to train occupational health and safety practitioners for industry and those already employed in occupational health and safety. It also assists those seeking employment in this field, and provides an integrated and practical approach to occupational health and safety.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBOHS501B | Participate in The Coordination and Maintenance of a Systematic Approach to Managing OHS | 50 |
| BSBOHS502B | Participate in The Management of The OHS Information and Data Systems | 50 |
| BSBOHS503B | Assist in The Design and Development of OHS Participative Arrangements | 40 |
| BSBOHS504B | Apply Principles of OHS Risk Management | 40 |
| BSBOHS505B | Manage Hazards in The Work Environment | 60 |
| Total hours: | 240 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBHRM509A | Manage Rehabilitation or Return-to-Work Programs | 50 |
| BSBOHS507B | Facilitate The Application of Principles of Occupational Health to Control OHS Risk | 40 |
| BSBPMG510A | Manage Projects | 60 |
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 | $ 100# | $ 2396 | $ 95 | n/a | $ 4792 | $ 2396 |
| 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 |
# Concession card holders enrolling in a Diploma or Advanced Diploma are under 25 as at 01/01/2012 the concession tuition fee applies.
# If an Indigenous student the relevant concession tuition fee applies.
^ 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.
DISCLAIMER: The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees.
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 Deepening program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1,196.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $1,286.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $2,392.00 | n/a | n/a | $2,392.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $1,196.00 | n/a | n/a | $1,196.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Deepening program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | Capped at the maximum of $2,500.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $2,738.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $6,500.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $3,250.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees breakdown here.
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.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course will train you for work in a supervisory or middle management occupational health and safety role. You may also seek employment as Health and Safety Field Officers, Occupational Health and Safety Coordinators, Laboratory Managers and Management Health and Safety Coordinators.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain management and coordinator level skills 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 Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised. You may also wish to apply for full membership from the Safety Institute of Australia.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
You may be eligible to continue on to higher level studies, such as an Advanced Diploma, or an undergraduate degree.
Can I apply?
You may apply if you have successfully completed Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety. You can also apply if you are currently working in or have worked in an OHS job related role for at least 12 months.
How do I apply?
Intake for Semester I, 2012 is now closed. Applications are now being taken for our Semester II, 2012 intake commencing in July. All applicants must attend one information sesssion at our Moonee Ponds Campus.
Information Session Dates:
Monday 30th April at 6pm OR Monday 14th May at 6pm.
To register your interest please apply online Correspondence will be through email. Please provide a current email address. For further information please call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or Anna Gabriele on (03) 9094 3302
How will I be selected for this course?
Selection will be based on meeting the selection criteria which includes:
- Successful completion of Certificate IV in OHS preferred
- Demonstrated current knowledge about OHS
- Awareness of, and commitment to, undertaking the course.
- Currently working in an OHS related job role
- Basic computer and internet skills.
Students who do not have basic computer skills will be encouraged to enrol in all or some of the units of competency in the Certificate III in Information technology.
How long is the course?
This is a one-year part-time course held one evening per week. Classes are held on Thursday nights from 6pm to 9pm with the online component normally scheduled for Tuesday nights.
Where and how can I study?
This course is offered at the Moonee Ponds campus and is classroom-based with some online and workplace-based learning.
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, or in the workplace. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. If needed, you will have the chance for reassessment and appeal.
Additional comments
You will need to have access to a computer/Internet. It is expected that you will have already completed the Certificate IV or be able to apply for Skills Recognition for the Certificate IV qualification.
What will I study?
This qualification consists of eight units with a nominal duration of 390 hours.
