QQI Safety and Health at Work

Course Details

This distance learning, QQI Safety and Health at Work course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of Safety and Health at Work. Learners will be provided with the knowledge and skills needed to interpret health and safety hazards, rules, regulations, and signs and to complete work in a healthy and safe manner. Learners will become familiar with items such as safety statements, health and safety reviews and incident reporting and the individual responsibilities of both employees and employers regarding safe and healthy work practices.

View a detailed list of the learning outcomes for this course on our learning outcomes page.

How you will learn

By enrolling on this course, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manual, engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and dedicated one-to-one tutor support via a messaging system. You’ll also have access to the CMIT Digital Library, providing a wealth of additional resources.

The course materials for this QQI-certified programme are clearly structured and easy to follow. You can conveniently upload your assessments online and receive feedback through the eLearning platform. You will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on each assessment you submit. The CMIT eLearning platform is accessible from any internet-connected computer, giving you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.

Who should complete this QQI Safety and Health course?

• Health and Safety Officers: This course is particularly beneficial for professionals responsible for ensuring workplace safety and health compliance. It provides them with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their roles effectively.
• Managers and Supervisors: Managers and supervisors across various industries can enhance their understanding of safety and health regulations, enabling them to create safer work environments and lead by example.
• HR and Personnel Professionals: Human resources personnel can benefit from this course to better support the safety and well-being of employees, including handling workplace safety incidents and maintaining compliance.
• Small Business Owners: Entrepreneurs and small business owners can use this course to establish effective safety and health protocols in their enterprises, promoting a culture of safety and reducing workplace incidents.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• Leaving Cert, Level 4 award or equivalent, and/or relevant Life or Work Experience.
• Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland and hold a valid PPS Number.
• As this NFQ qualification is delivered through English it is necessary to have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Those who are not fluent in English will be required to provide evidence of meeting a minimum English language and literacy competency of B2 in writing, reading, listening, and speaking on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
• Learners will be required to draw on either current or previous experience in a work setting to complete assessments.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning, learners must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• A basic working knowledge of computers in addition to a computer with internet access and word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word or Google Docs) is required to do the course.
• View the technical requirements for accessing CMIT eLearning.
• Learn more about the suitability of this course.