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Diploma of Work Health and Safety at St George, Kogarah

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Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Part Time Day

Delivery Method of course delivery.

Combination

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

5 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

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Time Commitment

Class and study time The average amount of time each week you’ll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.

20 hours per week

Fee details

Exemptions available You may be eligible for a Fee Exemption (you pay no fees), if you are Aboriginal or have a disability.

$0

First Qualification Fee You'll pay this fee if you live in NSW, meet residency requirements, have left school, and haven't previously completed any study.

$0

Subsequent Qualification Fee You'll pay this fee if you live in NSW, meet residency requirements, have left school, and have completed previous study.

$0

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This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Saturday 9:00am to 4:00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessments: short answer, research tasks

  • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation, role plays using a fictional organisation or your own workplace as a basis

  • Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving

  • Some assessments may require you to record using a device (such as a smartphone) and submit via our eLearning portal. You may also need to source participants to support your role play work.

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.

    For further information or assistance, call 131 601.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • This course is by application and you will need to satisfy the entry requirements and provide certified evidence at application.

  • To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:

    • Have completed year 12 (HSC) or equivalent or 1-2 years of experience working in an organisation in a WHS role.
    • All students will be be assessed to determine their Language, Literacy and Numeracy levels prior to course commencement.

  • To successfully complete this course, you will need:

    • To have access to a computer with reliable internet connection and have the skills to use basic features of Microsoft office such as: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. In addition, you should have good communication skills that will allow you to express your ideas both in writing and verbally, as well as the ability to set and achieve work goals.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Work Health and Safety qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 Units of competency, including 5 core and 5 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Lead WHS risk management BSBWHS513

  • Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents BSBWHS515

  • Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation's WHS management system BSBWHS516

  • Lead the development and use of WHS risk management tools BSBWHS519

Course delivery Combination study

Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

St George, Kogarah

TAFE NSW St George is all about community, from southern Sydney to Botany Bay and beyond. Located a short walk from Kogarah station, TAFE NSW St George reflects the culturally diverse area and is committed to educating and empowering students to meet the needs and expectations of an ever-changing community.

Campus address

Cnr Princes Highway & President Avenue Kogarah 2217

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Kogarah Station is 1100 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Conference room

  • Design and fashion studios

  • Higher education learning centre, a dedicated space for degree students

  • Kameruka Cottage childcare centre

  • Simulated offices and hospital wards

  • Study centre

  • Trade workshops: auto electrical, building and construction, welding and vehicle restoration

Student support

We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

  • Mon 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed