Contact: Mrs Julia Fielder
Level 3 NVQ in Health & Safety—awarded by ProQual or City & Guilds—is designed for supervisors, team leaders, and managers with health and safety responsibilities within their organisation. The qualification develops practical competence in applying health and safety legislation, conducting risk assessments, managing hazards, and implementing safe systems of work. Assessment is evidence-based and carried out in the workplace, enabling learners to demonstrate real-world competence. This NVQ supports learners across a wide range of industries and provides progression to higher-level NVQ qualifications in occupational health and safety.
The Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety - awarded by ProQual or City & Guilds—is aimed at experienced managers and health and safety professionals with responsibility for managing health and safety systems within complex organisations. The qualification focuses on strategic risk management, leadership, compliance with UK health and safety legislation, internal auditing, incident investigation, and continual improvement. Learners are assessed through the submission of workplace evidence demonstrating professional competence.
This NVQ is suitable for individuals operating at senior management level and supports progression into advanced health and safety roles.
The Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management - awarded by ProQual, is designed for senior leaders and directors responsible for health and safety at a strategic level.
The qualification develops advanced competence in governance, strategic leadership, organisational risk assurance, and the integration of health and safety into business decision-making. Learners will critically evaluate systems, culture, and performance within complex environments, supported by evidence-based assessment. This NVQ reflects postgraduate-level professional practice and is suitable for individuals operating at board or executive level.
