Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety/ Bachelor of Occupational Health Safety

A dual offer program provides you with access to commence your studies through the chosen diploma, with an alternate pathway into university.

This pathway is ideal if you may not have qualified for immediate entry to university, you might not be sure, or ready, to begin university study or you would like to just get a taste of your future career.

A standard bachelor degree is usually a three year university program. Through the Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety/ Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety CQIT graduates can now complete the Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety in just two years by receiving credit transfers for their previous study. Plus you can save on the cost of university fees by first completing a diploma.

While studying the diploma programs at CQIT you will gain valuable practical experience, this coupled with the core theoretical skills learnt at CQUniversity ensures that you will graduate work ready and are highly sought after by prospective employers.

To find out more about studying at CQIT please click here (link to http://www.cq.tafe.qld.gov.au/)

The Diploma of Occupation Health & Safety is designed to develop the competencies required for individuals to manage OH&S information and data systems, manage hazards in the work environment, apply the principles of OH&S risk management and participate in the investigation of incidents. This course is ideal for those wanting to develop the generic knowledge and skills to coordinate and maintain a systematic approach to managing the OH&S program within an organisation.

The Bachelor of Occupations Health & Safety has been designed to prepare professionals in occupational health and safety with applied knowledge, attitudes, skills, and initiatives in the areas of occupational hygiene, workplace rehabilitation, ergonomics, safety science and occupational health and safety management.

The typical work of an occupational health and safety officer also involves the promotion of health and safety including the development of policies and procedures, inspecting and testing of machinery and equipment, ensuring the correct safety and protective equipment is available and ensuring it meets regulations, ensuring that the organisation complies with legislation, supervising the investigation of accidents, assisting with the organisation of appropriate health care and insurance claims and coordinating emergency procedures.

What am I studying?

TAFE has long been a recognised pathway to university study and CQUniversity is pleased to announce a wide range of dual offer programs available with the Central Queensland Institute of TAFE (CQIT) to make it even easier for students to start their university journey at TAFE.

Why Study at CQIT/CQUniversity

CQUniversity’s health and medical sciences programs have been developed to meet the ever increasing needs of our communities both here in Australia and for the wider global audience. CQUniversity programs are constantly being reviewed and updated in consultation with industry and other stakeholders to ensure that they are relevant and up to date. In fact, our suite of new offerings has been built as a direct response to industry needs by people with specialised industry experience.

Another key feature in the large majority of CQUniversity’s health and medical science programs is the integration of workplace-integrated learning or learning on the job. Students are required to complete course undertakings in real-life workplaces, allowing them to put learning directly into practice. This hands-on, project-based learning is a key reason as to why CQUniversity graduates are highly sought after by employers. Quality on-campus facilities ensure learning is delivered ‘in context’, taught in a similar setting to that of a real-world situation.

Career Opportunities

Opportunities exist for graduates in management/consultancy and practice of workplace health and safety. Career specialisations may include ergonomics, industrial safety officer, occupational hygienist and risk management. Workplace health and safety professionals find employment in primary industry, rural safety, manufacturing, mining, services industry, employer associations, the defence force, health industry and government authorities.

Program Structure

You are required to complete a total of 24 courses including 18 core courses and six courses from a co-plan area as follows:

• Engineering Technology Management
• Exercise and Sports Sciences
• Environmental Studies
• Environmental Health
• Health Promotion
• Human Resources Management
• Management
• Professional Communication (Public Relations)

Duration of the Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety BSB51307 is one-two years external.

For further information on course exemptions please click here (link to http://articulation.cqu.edu.au/WF/object/Articulations/method/ListArticulationDetails/?iid=128)

Course Information

For example courses you could study as part of the Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety/ Bachelor of Occupational Health Safety program please click here.

As CQUniversity is committed to providing quality, up-to-date and relevant education, please note courses are refreshed regularly and may not be an exact indication of course availability for your study. Please call 13CQUni 13 27 86 if you have specific questions regarding course information regarding your specific application.

How to Apply

Completing a dual offer program application is easy. Dual offers allow you to apply for a CQIT Diploma and a university qualification at the same time (one QTAC application only). Upon successful completion of your TAFE studies you will be able to progress seamlessly into CQUniversity’s Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety/Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety (with full credit for successful study).

Professional Recognition

Upon graduation, you may qualify for the Workplace Rehabilitation Coordinatory Certificate accredited by WorkCover.