Charles Darwin University (CDU TAFE)
6-12 months
This Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety equips supervisors, WHS personnel, and safety professionals with the technical knowledge and skills to manage workplace risks, ensure WHS compliance, and contribute to a safer work environment across various industries.
Students must demonstrate appropriate language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills. Vocational experience in WHS roles is preferred. A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify areas where additional support may be needed. Students require 24/7 access to CDU's online learning platform Learnline and must ensure their computer meets the necessary technical requirements.
The course comprises 5 core units covering workplace WHS compliance, consultation and participation processes, WHS risk management, WHS management systems implementation, and workplace incident response. Students select 5 elective units from options including managing WHS implications of return to work, managing WHS compliance of contractors, writing complex documents, making presentations, and demonstrating leadership in the workplace. Total nominal hours: 450 hours across all units.
CDU TAFE is the Northern Territory's largest training provider, offering industry-ready skills and experience. The institution provides expert lecturers and industry professionals, first-class facilities, and recognition of prior learning to help students qualify faster. CDU offers flexible study options including blended delivery, optional study sessions, and pathways into higher education for those seeking further qualifications.
Graduates can pursue careers as WHS advisers, WHS officers, Workcover/Worksafe inspectors, Occupational Health and Safety Technicians, and Occupational Health and Safety Officers. The qualification provides pathways to further study, including the BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety. Successful completion at Certificate IV level provides advanced standing (up to 40 credit points) toward Bachelor degree programs in the same field.
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