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Further information on the Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety is available from Course Information.
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Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
State Code
BSB41407
 Offered Part Time |
Description
The Gordon's suite of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) courses provide training in a wide range of OHS functions relative to workplace roles, responsibilities and work levels. They provide you with relevant skills and knowledge to formalise a career in workplace health and safety. Major areas of study include identifying hazards, assessing OHS risks, implementing strategies to control OHS risks, managing OHS information and data systems, managing hazards in the work environment, developing an OHS management system, advising on application of safe design principles to control OHS risk, conducting an OHS audit and evaluating an organisation's OHS performance. The Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety provides you with fundamental skills to undertake health and safety tasks at lower to middle level management. You will also be equipped to work as a safety officer specialising in occupational health and safety in workplaces and organisations. Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety students are likely to work as an occupational health and safety officer in a small to medium sized enterprise.
Modules / Units of Competency
There are a number of Modules / Units of Competency that form the Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety . The Modules / Units of Competency and hours listed below are included in the current Gordon course structure and are subject to change.
| Title | Approx. Hours |
| Contribute to the Implementation of a Systematic Approach to Managing OHS | 40 |
| Contribute to the Implementation of the OHS Consultation Process | 40 |
| Identify Hazards and Assess OHS Risks | 60 |
| Contribute to the Implementation of Strategies to Control OHS Risk | 40 |
| Contribute to the Implementation of Emergency Procedures | 30 |
| Use Equipment to Conduct Workplace Monitoring | 60 |
| Implement and Monitor Environmental Policies | 40 |
| Write Complex Documents | 50 |
| Assist with Compliance with OHS and Other Relevant Laws | 40 |
| Manage Rehabilitation/Return-to-work Programs | 40 |
Duration
The Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety is a part-time 12-month course*. Students can expect approximately eight hours (two nights) of class attendance each week. Student intakes are generally in February and July of each year. The intake in July is subject to availability of places. * Customised programs can also be developed.
Entrance Requirements
All applicants will be expected to have relevant language, literacy, numeracy and communication skills to undertake an OHS course. You may be required to attend an interview.
Selection Criteria
If there are more applicants than course vacancies preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated interest and understanding of the requirements of the industry and an appropriate level of skills and knowledge to work in the industry.
Intake Information
Application Open »
Monday 2 August 2010
Application Close »
Friday 5 November 2010
Important Forms »
| If you would like to study the Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety you must apply directly to the Institute using a Direct Entry Application Form.pdf | |
 | Direct Entry Application Form.pdf (59 KB) |
Fees
What fees am I eligible for?
Eligibility for access to Government subsidised places depends on meeting criteria.
To assess your eligibility for a Government funded place in this course, please use the Fee Eligibility Wizard.
What happens if I am not eligible for a Government Subsidised place?
If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, you may still apply for the course. You will not be entitled to receive a Government subsidised place, and will be a full fee paying student and charged a non Government subsidised fee.
Government Subsidised Training
All students commencing a government subsidised course will pay tuition fees based on the number of hours of enrolment at a rate depending on the category the course is in. All courses have been classified into one of the five categories for the purpose of calculating fees:
- Foundation Skills (basic general education, English language and preparatory courses, and foundation level VCAL)
- Skills Creation (most Certificate I and II courses, the VCE and VCAL Intermediate and Senior)
- Apprenticeships and Traineeships (any course taken as part of a training contract, at any level)
- Skills Building (most non-apprenticeship Certificate III and IV courses)
- Skills Deepening (all non-apprenticeship Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and vocational graduate qualifications)
For a detailed explanation of enrolment fees and charges for students undertaking Government funded training or further education go to the Fees & Charges page of this website.
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Concessions
A concession is available for a student who is:
- A recipient of the following
- Commonwealth Health Care Card
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Veteran's Gold Card
- A dependent spouse or dependent child of a recipient of the following
- Commonwealth Health Care Card
- Pensioner Concession Card
This concession does not apply if the student's fees are being fully paid by a Commonwealth Government Agency, or as part of a Commonwealth program or initiative or for Skills Deepening courses (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma).
NOTE: Fees are calculated for each individual student. The amount payable will vary for different students, who exhausted their annual tuition cap through study in that year or studying more than one course concurrently. For more information please contact our Customer Service Office on 5225 0500.
Fee for service/FFS (Full fee-paying student)
A full fee-paying student is a student enrolled in a VET course of study for which the provider does not receive any funding from a State or Territory of the Commonwealth, in relation to the students enrolment in that course.
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VET FEE - HELP
VET FEE HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists eligible students to pay for all or part of their VET Tuition fees. Students studying at the Diploma level and above may be able to defer the cost of their tuition contribution. The loan is repaid through the tax system once a person reaches the minimum income threshold level of repayment. VET FEE HELP is available for eligible students Click here for more information
Pathways
Links and options exist between various levels of study. Accredited pathways exist enabling students to move between courses within the Gordon and to other higher education institutions.
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Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) may be given for skills and knowledge gained through previous study or other relevant experience. For further information refer to the RPL brochure that can be found under Downloads & Forms.
Gordon Institute Support Services
The Gordon offers a range of support services to assist prospective students with course, career or fee advice. For enrolled students, the Gordon provides general education support, counselling and careers advisors, disability support services and an Indigenous Education Unit. The Gordon also offers an on-campus Student Residence for students living away from home. If you need assistance in any of these aspects please let a Gordon staff member know so that we can arrange assistance where appropriate.
Updated: 12 Feb 2009 @ 18:09:33
| (1) | International students, visitors & temporary residents must obtain course costs, application details and all other information from the Gordon International website. |
| (2) | For a detailed explaination of enrolment fees and charges for students undertaking Government funded training or further education go to the Fees & Charges page of this website. |
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