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The NEBOSH National Health and Safety Management for Construction Certificate is a globally respected health and safety qualification.  

A modern, practical risk-based qualification providing practical skills and knowledge that can be applied to construction sites internationally.  The course is aimed at health and safety managers, facilities managers, health and safety representatives, managers, supervisors and anybody who manages construction health and safety and contractors as part of their duties within their organisation. It also makes excellent continued professional development (CPD) for those who are looking to expand their knowledge.

Why choose British Safety Council?

As a Gold learning partner, we exceed the learning excellence principles, which include the quality of our material, expert tutors, exceptional support to all our students and the creation of an engaging and positive learning environment.

You will receive unlimited support from our approved NEBOSH tutors until you pass

All our learners will have free access to all our excellent online interactive Digital Learning Resources and Study Support Hub, with additional resources, tutor guidance and forums to talk with tutors and other students

From the very start of your studies, our expert tutors are committed to guiding you through your qualification, providing supportive learning and application of your knowledge in real-world scenarios, enabling you to confidently achieve your qualification.

British Safety Council has been a trusted provider of health, safety sustainability and wellbeing education for over 65 years, with exceptional pass rates.  Not only will you be joining our large cohort of students who have successfully completed their professional development with British Safety Council, but you will also be supporting our global charitable activities in our dedication to making sure no one is injured or made ill through their work.

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Examination Booking

The chosen study method fee does not include examination booking. You will need to book these separately. You can contact our team at +91 2241437969 or email us at [email protected] to learn more. 

NEBOSH course information

What’s the outcome?

You will achieve the NEBOSH International Health and Safety Management for Construction Certificate which is an SCQF Level 6 qualification (equivalent to RQF Level 3, similar to an A Level).

A comprehensive foundation course that will provide you with a good understanding of the principles and practice of managing risk of a construction site and the confidence to apply your knowledge.

Course requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.

Enrolment period

Most students complete this course within 6 months. NEBOSH allows you up to 5 years to complete your assessment, we will provide access to resources and support until you complete your qualification.

Course overview

The qualification comprises one unit:

Unit IC1: covers the management of construction health and safety, CDM, safety culture, managing change and construction hazards and controls.  The unit is assessed via an open-book exam completed online.

If you are studying digitally the units are studied at your own pace, for classroom courses unit IC1 is taught over 9 days.

A copy of the full syllabus can be downloaded here.

Assessment

Unit IC1: Open book examination is completed online via the NEBOSH exam portal, to which you have 48 hours of access. On average you should allocate approximately 5 hours to complete the exam. You’ll be awarded a grading for the IC1, as outlined below

  • Pass: 45-64 marks
  • Credit: 65-74 marks
  • Distinction: 75+ marks.

You can book your IC1 Open Book Examination here.

For additional information on assessments please see our NEBOSH Certificate Assessment Information page.

Results and certificates

NEBOSH will email you your results directly approximately 50 working days from your assessment.

You can see when your results are due on the NEBOSH website.

You will receive your certificate parchment within 8 weeks of the successful completion of both unit assessments.

Profession recognition

NEBOSH qualifications are recognised by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).

Learning progression: What’s next?

Once completed, our students often continue their studies by completing a NEBOSH Investigating Incidents, NEBOSH Fire Safety, Foundation in IEMA or a NEBOSH Diploma. Please contact us to discuss your options.

Learner's Agreement

British Safety Council will:

  • Use suitably qualified and experienced tutors to deliver the tuition
  • Cover all the specification learning outcomes
  • Provide or direct you to the information you need to pass the qualification
  • Provide you with expert advice on revision and examination technique
  • Respond in a timely manner to any queries
  • Be diligent and courteous at all times

You must:

  • Attend all scheduled sessions
  • Contribute to group discussions in a positive manner
  • Endeavour to be active, rather than passive in terms of learning
  • Complete the required number of revision hours
  • Pay particular attention to advice regarding revision and examination technique
  • Bring any learning difficulties to our attention at the earliest opportunity

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