- Description
- Curriculum
The NVQ Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management is a prestigious qualification designed for experienced health and safety professionals who have strategic responsibilities in their organization. This course focuses on the practical application of health and safety management at a senior level and is equivalent to a Master’s degree in academic level.
It is a competency-based qualification that recognizes your current knowledge, skills, and experience—without the need for traditional classroom exams.
Course Content
1. Health and Safety Leadership
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Leading on health and safety culture and strategy
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Influencing senior leadership teams
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Driving continuous improvement and compliance
2. Developing and Implementing Safety Policies
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Aligning policies with legal and organizational frameworks
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Setting SMART objectives and KPIs
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Managing and reviewing organizational performance
3. Risk Management Systems
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Designing and implementing proactive risk management frameworks
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Integrating risk assessments and hazard identification tools
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Developing mitigation and contingency strategies
4. Legal and Regulatory Compliance
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Interpreting international, national, and local safety legislation
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Managing legal and ethical responsibilities
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Liaising with enforcement bodies and external auditors
5. Organizational Safety Culture
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Promoting behavioral safety
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Change management and influencing people positively
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Creating engagement across departments
6. Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
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Leading complex investigations
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Using techniques such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Fault Tree Analysis
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Reporting and learning from incidents
7. Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility
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Integrating health & safety into CSR and ESG strategies
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Leading sustainability initiatives
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Considering environmental and social impact in safety planning
Assessment & Certification
✅ Portfolio-Based Assessment – No written exams. Evidence is gathered from real workplace activities demonstrating your competence.
✅ One-to-One Support from an Assessor—Dedicated guidance throughout your journey.
✅ Professional Recognition—Eligible for CMIOSH (Chartered Member of IOSH) upon successful completion and IOSH acceptance.
Participants who successfully complete the course will be awarded the ProQual Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management, recognized globally.
Who Should Enroll?
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Senior Health & Safety Managers and Advisors
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HSE Directors and Consultants
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Professionals looking to progress to Chartered IOSH (CMIOSH) status
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Leaders with responsibility for shaping and implementing safety strategy
Course Duration
Typically 6–12 Months (Self-Paced & Flexible)
Work-based learning – no need to attend classroom sessions. Start anytime.
Why Choose Us?
✅ One-on-One Support from Qualified NVQ Assessors
✅ Globally Recognized Certification
✅ No Exams – 100% Evidence-Based Assessment
✅ Direct Pathway to CMIOSH Membership
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