When it comes to health and safety training, NEBOSH is the name that stands out. Designed to equip you with comprehensive knowledge and skills, this course is the perfect stepping stone to a rewarding career in health and safety or as a way to build the skills of your health and safety team. Align this with Ligtas as your GOLD learning partner; you can be sure this is a recipe for success.
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NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals Course Overview
The NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals is an advanced health and safety qualification. It was updated to a new specification in May 2023, known as the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma.
The course is made up of three units and covers legislation, hazardous agents, equipment, and workplace safety. It’s assessed with 1 workplace assignment and 2 case studies.
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DI1Workplace health and safety principles
- DI2 Controlling workplace health issues
- DI3 Controlling workplace safety issues
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The qualification units are assessed in the following way:
- DI1 – Know – workplace health and safety principles- Assignment - workplace-based tasks together with simulations reflective statements and a research topic
- DI2 – Do – controlling workplace health issues- Scenario-based case study
- DI3 – Do – controlling workplace safety issues- Scenario-based case study
Who Is The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals Course For?
The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma is an advanced qualification. You should already understand fundamental health and safety principles such as risk assessment, hazard control, accident investigation, and key regulations.
You’ll also need to have a good level of communication to critically analyze information and apply it to any given scenario.
We always recommend taking the NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety before taking the International Diploma to ensure you can meet the demands of the course.

NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Learning Outcomes and Benefits
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the qualification, you will be able to:
- advise on the types of legislation likely to apply, the relevance of ILO and non-government bodies’ guidance and possible enforcement actions
- identify and effectively communicate relevant health and safety information
- advise on a range of common workplace health and safety issues including how these can be assessed, controlled and monitored
- develop a health and safety policy strategy (including proactive safety, Corporate Social Responsibility and the change management process)
- contribute to a risk management strategy
- promote a positive health and safety culture
- develop and audit health and safety management systems
- maintain individual and organisational health and safety competence
- manage contractors and supply chains to ensure compliance with health and safety standards
Benefits To The Organisation
By investing in The NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals Course, individuals become crucial contributors to community safety.
According to the Health and Safety Executive, workplace injuries and ill-health cost UK businesses around £18.8bn in 2019/20.
To go home safely at the end of the working day is a right, not a privilege.
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Online Learning
Designed for flexibility, the online option lets you learn at your own pace from the comfort of your home or office. With access to rich digital resources, interactive modules, and virtual support, online learning is perfect for those balancing work, study, and personal commitments.
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Also, once an online course has been accessed, it is important to note that there can be no deferrals or cancellations.
Please inform us of any access needs or reasonable adjustments which may be required during training/assessment.
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Learner eligibility
All courses will be presented in English and so all delegates will need to speak, understand, and write English. NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 or higher in IELTS tests.
After reading the course entry requirements do you feel you have a suitable standard of English to complete this course?
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If you selected yes we would welcome you to sign up for the course, however, if you answered no or are unsure about anything please use the contact information listed below to contact us.
Email: enquiries@ligtas.co.uk
Telephone: 02922 800 000
If a learner wishes to make a complaint about their course, details of the Ligtas complaints procedure can be found here.
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Why Choose Ligtas?
NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner Status
Ligtas is a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner. NEBOSH is the world’s leading accreditation body for the health and safety industry. This means that Ligtas has excelled in the six learning excellence principles:
- Ensure all learners understand what is expected of them and what they can expect from their Learning Provider
- Create a learning environment that is engaging and encourages interaction that is appropriate for the course and type of delivery
- Provide accurate course materials and continually update and improve them
- Ensure tutors are qualified, knowledgeable, competent, and engaging
- Give learners feedback on their progress and provide appropriate support
- Review course delivery and learner feedback and action as necessary
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