Frequently Asked Questions
(1) Who runs NEBOSH?
(2) Why is the NEBOSH Diploma Prestigious?
(3) Why take up NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma?
(4) Where can we study this course?
(5) Why study at Integral Training Institute Ltd?
(6) What is the difference between Certificate and Diploma?
(7) Are NEBOSH NGC & Level 6 National Diploma in OSH, MQA approved?
(8) What are the Entry Requirements?
(9) How long will the course take?
(10) Can I study part-time?
(11) How much will it cost?
(12) Are there facilities available for payment?
(13) Examining Body
(14) When are the examinations held?
(15) Application Process
(16) Further course details
(17) Employment Opportunities
(18) Why is NEBOSH Diploma of shorter duration?
(19) What is the difference with the course given at the University of Mauritius and NEBOSH with Integral Trainining Institute Ltd?
(1) Who runs NEBOSH? ▲Up
NEBOSH advisory committee includes nominees of IOSH (UK) bodies of further higher education and sector training organisation. The Department of Education as Skills (DES), the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), the Employment National Training Organisation (ENTO), the Environmental Agency, the Confederation of British Industries (CBI), the trade Union Congress, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), amongst others, nominate independent members to the Advisory Committee.
(2) Why is the NEBOSH Diploma Prestigious? ▲Up
NEBOSH (National Examinations Board in Occupational Safety and Health in UK) was formed in 1989 as an independent examining board and awarding body. It offers a comprehensive range of qualifications designed to meet the health and safety training needs of industry, commerce and the public services.
NEBOSH’s assessment procedures comply with the best practice of examination in industry and are approved and monitored by the regulatory authorities of UK (QCA, SQA, ACCAC, CCER and QAA) and thus ensure that its awards are of high quality.
(3) Why take up NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma? ▲Up
➔ NEBOSH is designed to meet the Health and Safety or Environmental training needs of industry, commerce and the public services.
➔ NEBOSH’ assessment procedures comply with the best practice of examination in industry and are approved and monitored by the regulatory authorities of UK (QCA, SQA, ACCAC, CCER and QAA) and thus ensure that its awards are of high quality.
It is a British Qualification, widely recognised in Europe and commonwealth countries.
The NEBOSH Diploma (and even the NEBOSH Certificate) offers excellent opportunities for employment in UK and elsewhere (including Mauritius).
Unlike conventional programmes at Universities, which takes 3-4 years, this Level 6 Diploma (Equivalent to a Bsc with (Hons) Degree) may be completed within 12 – 18 months. Holders of this Diploma can eventually, after relevant experience, become Chartered Safety Practitioners of UK
(4) Where can we study this course? ▲Up
There are 59 study centres in UK and 3 other centres overseas including Integral Training Instititue Ltd, offering this diploma; and in Africa, ITIL is the only NEBOSH Accredited Centre.
(5) Why study at Integral Training Institute Ltd? ▲Up
➔ ITIL is an MQA-approved centre for NEBOSH courses
➔ We are the only NEBOSH-accredited centre in the African region
➔ ITIL delivers this course through a team of highly experienced professionals who are also active practitioners and leaders in the field.
➔ The study cost is practically a fourth of what you will spend if you undertake the same studies in UK.
➔ ITIL (through IES) has privileged contacts with local industries and is fully equipped with equipments, instruments and facilities to provide the best opportunities for industrial visits and practical assignments so important in developing the best knowledge in this field.
➔ As practising Safety Professionals, our lecturers will also impart knowledge of local health and safety context to students to enable them to easily practice as Health and Safety professionals locally.
(6) What is the difference between Certificate and Diploma? ▲Up
The National General Certificate is primarily to enable managers, supervisors and employee representatives to carry out their health and safety duties more efficiently.
Diplomas are designed for people seeking a professional career in Health and Safety.
Holders of Diploma can eventually, after relevant experience, become Chartered Safety Practitioners of UK.
(7) Are NEBOSH NGC & Level 6 National Diploma in OSH, MQA approved? ▲Up
Yes.
***Employers are eligible for substantial refunds from HRDC (approximately 75%)
(8) What are the Entry Requirements? ▲Up
NGC: Good SC and HSC (minimum 2 subjects Principal Level)
National Diploma : NEBOSH NGC or equivalent, or degree with relevent experience
(9) How long will the course take? ▲Up
NEBOSH National General Certificate in OSH
3 months Part-Time study
NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma in OSH
12 to 18 months of Part-Time study
NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Environmental Management
6 to 9 months of Part-Time study
(10) Can I study part-time? ▲Up
Yes.
NEBOSH National General Certificate in OSH
3 months Part-Time study (Two 3-hour sessions per week)
NEBOSH Level 6 National Diploma in OSH
18 months Part-Time (1 module per semester – Two 3-hour sessions per week)
NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Environmental Management
6 months Part-Time (Two 3-hour sessions per week)
(11) How much will it cost? ▲Up
See FEES Section For Further Details…
(12) Are there facilities available for payment? ▲Up
Educational loans are available for this course of study from commercial banks such as MPCB etc.
See Fees Section For Further Details…
(13) Examining Body ▲Up
National Examinations Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) UK
Examinations are supervised by Mauritius Examination Syndicate, MES.
(14) When are the examinations held? ▲Up
NGC
4 times per year
(Beginning March, June, September & December)
Level 6 National Diploma in OSH
2 times per year
(Mid January and mid July)
Modules A, B,C being taken on 3 consecutive days.
*** The ideal arrangement is to take 1 module per semester although some candidates have completed all 3 modules in 1 semester.
NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Environmental Management
2 times per year
(Beginning June and December)
(15) Application Process ▲Up
Fees of Rs 500/- Application Fee
Submit application form along with relevant documents
(16) Further course details ▲Up
NGC
➔ 2 Written Examinations (2 hrs each) & 1 Practical Examinations (2 hrs)
➔ Paper 1: Management of Health and Safety
➔ Paper 2: Controlling Workplace Hazards
➔ 16 Modules
Level 6 National Diploma in OSH
➔ Examination on 3 Modules (each 3 hrs)
A. Management of Health and Safety
B. Hazardous agents in the workplace
C. Workplace and work equipment
➔ 1 unitized Assignment (8,000)
Level 6 National Diploma in OSH
➔ Examination on 1 Module (3 hrs)
ED1 Management of Environmental Risk
➔ ED2 – 1 workplace-based practical assignment
(17) Employment Opportunities ▲Up
➔ The demand for Health and Safety expertise has substantially increased following the new OSHA 2005 legislation which has opened up vast employment opportunities locally for those qualified in Health & Safety.
➔ The demand for Health and Safety expertise is also showing in Europe and UK. You may consult www.iosh.co.uk for an insight into job opportunities.
➔ Holders of the NEBOSH NGC can work as Health and Safety Advisors in UK and can chair Health and Safety committees.
➔ Holders of the NEBOSH Diploma in Environmental Management can shoulder environmental responsibilities and provide advice to employers both locally and internationally.
(18) Why is NEBOSH Diploma of shorter duration? ▲Up
NEBOSH Diploma has been developed by specialists in order to provide workable solutions to health and safety problems actively encountered by the industry.
While comprehensively dealing with the broad range of health and safety issues, it avoids all superfluous subjects which unnecessarily prolong the duration of the studies.
It must be pointed out that the standard of the NEBOSH Diploma is not lower on account of its shorter duration.
In fact, many holders of degrees in occupational safety and health have been known to take the NEBOSH Diploma to add the practitioner’s edge to their profile.
(19) What is the difference with the course given at the University of Mauritius and NEBOSH with Integral Training Institute Ltd? ▲Up
➔ Unlike conventional programmes at Universities, which takes 3-4 years, this Level 6 Diploma (B.Sc. Hons Degree) may be completed within 12-18 months.
➔ BSc Hons Equivalent in Occupational Safety and Health
➔ A British Qualification widely recognised in Europe and commonwealth countries.
➔ NEBOSH Diploma (and even the NEBOSH Certificate) offers excellent opportunities for employment in UK and elsewhere (including Mauritius)