Occupational Health and Safety Assistant Certificate
Description
The Occupational Health and Safety Assistant Certificate provides students with the foundational skills to support workplace health and safety management. With compliance frameworks becoming increasingly stringent, organisations require competent professionals who can assist with hazard identification, risk assessment, and safety documentation.
The programme covers OHS administration, record management, communication for safety leadership, and emergency response planning. Students will also complete a workplace portfolio of evidence, applying their knowledge in real-world contexts to demonstrate practical competence.
Through structured modules, applied assignments, and workplace-based assessments, students gain the ability to contribute to compliance audits, document safety procedures, and support emergency planning. On completion, graduates will be prepared to pursue OHS support roles and progress to more advanced occupational health and safety management qualifications. Accredited by the QCTO and endorsed by QLS in the UK, this certificate provides both national and international recognition.
What You’ll Gain
- Identify hazards and conduct basic workplace risk assessments.
- Support OHS administration through accurate documentation and record-keeping.
- Apply communication skills in OHS contexts, including coaching and conflict resolution.
- Assist in planning and implementing emergency readiness strategies.
- Contribute to compliance audits and regulatory safety processes.
- Build a workplace experience portfolio that demonstrates applied OHS competencies.
Included in the Course
- Dedicated student support during office hours via WhatsApp, email, phone, and live chat.
- Fully online delivery with no offline study option.
- Immediate and continuous access to course content and resources.
- Certification issued in both digital and physical formats upon completion.
- Workplace portfolio development to consolidate learning and demonstrate skills.
Develop communication skills for coaching, auditing, and conflict resolution in safety environments.
Manage documentation, reporting, and safety records to support regulatory compliance.
Assist with incident response planning and readiness to strengthen organisational resilience.
Build a workplace portfolio demonstrating applied OHS competencies and real‑world practice.
Prepare for progression into specialised or managerial OHS roles with recognised foundations.
Occupational Health and Safety Assistant Certificate
R 2 995
R 2 995
Entry Requirements
- Matric/Grade 12 qualification.
- Mature age exemption for candidates 23 years or older.
- Proficient English literacy.
- Reliable internet access.
- Suitable mobile or desktop device.
Course Introduction
What you can expect to learn
Students can expect a flexible and practical online learning experience, combining theoretical knowledge with workplace application. Modules include applied exercises and real-world case studies, while workplace-based assessments allow students to demonstrate skills in hazard identification, administration, and emergency planning.
Support is provided during office hours, ensuring students are guided through coursework, documentation, and portfolio development. Certification is awarded in both digital and physical formats upon completion, giving students recognised professional credentials in OHS.
Career Opportunities
Course Structure
Develop communication skills essential for coaching, auditing, and managing safety-related interactions.
- Apply conflict resolution in safety contexts.
- Use communication tools for effective auditing.
- Promote ethical workplace communication.
Learn principles of safety documentation and compliance-based administration.
- Manage OHS records professionally.
- Apply document control strategies.
- Support regulatory compliance processes.
Compile workplace-based evidence to demonstrate applied OHS skills.
- Document hazard identification processes.
- Apply knowledge to real workplace contexts.
- Build a portfolio showcasing competence.
Gain applied skills for supporting health and safety operations.
- Assist with risk assessments.
- Contribute to emergency planning.
- Perform practical OHS assistant tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Students receive structured course modules, assessments, and resources. Content remains accessible for at least 24 months after enrolment for ongoing reference.
Yes. All courses are accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO, SA) and endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme (QLS, UK), ensuring both national and international recognition.
Yes. Every programme combines theory with practical assignments, case studies, and applied assessments to ensure real-world learning.
Yes. Real human support is available via WhatsApp, live chat, phone, and email in multiple languages. Response times are SLA-driven, with live channels responding within minutes.
A Matric/Grade 12 (or equivalent), reliable internet access, and English proficiency are required. Some specialised courses may recommend prior work experience.
The platform is mobile-first and works on smartphones, tablets, or desktops. Courses are optimised for low-data use and include offline-ready options for rural or low-bandwidth areas.
Yes. On successful completion, students receive an accredited certificate in both digital and physical formats, recognised locally and internationally
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