Health & Safety Career Programme
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Why Choose Us
Companies across every sector are competing for talented health and safety professionals who can protect people and create compliant workplace environments. Demand for qualified safety professionals continues to grow, and organisations are looking for candidates with the right mix of technical knowledge and practical expertise.
Our Health and Safety Career Programme bridges the gap with prestigious IOSH, NEBOSH, and CMI accreditation, hands-on practical learning, and globally recognised qualifications employers trust. This programme delivers professional credentials alongside practical expertise, giving you the professional standing and technical capability that opens doors across the health and safety industry.
What’s Included
In your Health & Safety Career Programme
This programme develops the knowledge and practical capability required for professional health and safety management. You will gain the competencies that meet industry standards and employer expectations through structured study, applied projects, and accredited qualifications.
Our support framework ensures you make steady progress toward your qualifications. With provider-led tutor support for IOSH and NEBOSH, one-to-one ITonlinelearning guidance for your CMI award, and access to resources, webinars, and applied case studies, you will stay on track from start to finish.
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Health and Safety Skills Are Essential Professional Qualifications
To operate effectively, every industry now depends on comprehensive safety management, risk assessment protocols, and regulatory compliance. Today’s competitive job market demands demonstrable safety competencies, with employers looking for candidates with verified health and safety abilities and recognised industry certifications.
Our Health and Safety Career Programme provides comprehensive training with accreditation from IOSH, NEBOSH, and CMI. Delivered in association with SHEilds (Centre 548), the approved provider delivering the IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications, this accredited programme validates your expertise and establishes your professional credibility across industries such as construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Guaranteed 1:1 Tutor & Mentor Support
Your journey will start with expert support to guide you through your studies.
- Personalised Support: Get access to a support team for any course-related questions or challenges, with tailored guidance for your CMI Level 3 Award studies.
- Custom Study Plans: Stay on track with a study schedule that aligns with your pace and career goals.
- Ongoing Motivation: Your mentor helps you stay focused and motivated to achieve success in your health and safety studies.
- Tutor Support: SHEilds are a global leader in health and safety training. They are accredited by the following awarding bodies, NEBOSH, City & Guilds, ProQual and ILM. As a candidate of our career programme, you will have access to professional SHEild tutors on hand to help with your studies.
Experience real student support with ITonlinelearning & SHIelds!
CMI Assignment Support & Pre-marking
Ensure your assignments meet the highest standards with expert feedback and guidance, specifically designed for your CMI Level 3 Award studies.
- Assignment Pre-marking & Feedback: Submit your assignments for pre-marking to get constructive feedback before final submission. This helps you refine your work and ensures it aligns with the CMI standards.
- Personalised Guidance: Receive targeted advice and tips on how to improve your assignments and demonstrate your knowledge effectively.
With our comprehensive support, you will have everything you need to succeed in your CMI Level 3 Award and confidently complete your assignments.
Interactive Health & Safety Experience
This is where theoretical knowledge meets practical application. Our structured learning environment combines rigorous safety management training with project-based assignments, giving you the hands-on experience needed for success in the health and safety sector.
- Industry-Standard Risk Assessments: Complete safety management projects that align with professional health and safety practices.
- Guided Practical Insight: Tutors provide feedback to help you improve your work and ensure it meets industry standards.
This approach ensures you develop both the practical skills and formal qualifications necessary to demonstrate your professional competence in health and safety.
Recruitment Support
We don’t just prepare you for exams. We also help you land the role you’ve been working towards with dedicated recruitment services that make a difference in your journey towards being hired.
- CV & LinkedIn Review: Stand out to employers with a professionally optimised CV and a LinkedIn profile that highlights your new skills and certifications.
- Interview Preparation: Get expert guidance on interview techniques, job search strategies, and coaching on how to stand out in the competitive health and safety job market.
- Job Application Assistance: We know what it takes to get hired, and we’ll guide you through the application process with feedback to ensure you present yourself as the best candidate for the job.
Our Recruitment Support Service is designed to help you transition from student to professional with the confidence to go after roles that truly match your ambitions.
What You Will Learn
Just as learning a language empowers you to communicate effectively, our programme empowers you to manage workplace health and safety with confidence.
IOSH Managing Safety
Your introduction to practical safety management. This foundational course teaches you how to implement safety systems, conduct risk assessments, and manage safety procedures effectively. You will learn the essential skills needed to take responsibility for safety in any workplace environment.
Accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), this qualification provides the management foundation that underpins all effective health and safety practice. The IOSH exam includes 2 attempts, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your competency.
- Introduction
- Assessing Risks
- Controlling Risks
- Understanding Responsibilities
- Understanding Hazards
- Investigating Incidents
- Measuring Performance
Outcome
Demonstrates your competency in applying practical safety management principles, with two assessment attempts included in the IOSH exam.
NEBOSH General Certificate
This industry-leading qualification covers comprehensive health and safety legislation, advanced risk assessment techniques, and how to identify and control workplace hazards. Building on your management foundation, this certification provides the detailed technical knowledge essential for professional health and safety roles.
Accredited by the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH), this certification follows UK best practices and is widely recognised by employers across all sectors. The NEBOSH exam has 2 elements: the exam and 1 risk assessment.
Qualification Structure
- Unit NG1: Management of Health and Safety – assessed through an open-book exam.
- Unit NG2: Risk Assessment – assessed through a practical workplace risk assessment assignment.
Outcome
By completing both units, you demonstrate your ability to apply legislation, identify risks, and implement control measures in real workplace scenarios.
Practical Risk Assessment Project
After completing NEBOSH, you will take part in a project created by ITonlinelearning to strengthen your portfolio. This applied project allows you to showcase your ability to translate theory into practice.
Outcome
This project becomes part of your professional portfolio, giving you practical evidence to present to employers during job applications and interviews.
CMI Level 3 Award (CMI 315 Principles of Health and Safety in a Work Setting)
This award strengthens your leadership and management capability, ensuring you can embed health and safety into organisational culture.
Focus Areas
- Understanding the legal and organisational responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace
- Identifying and assessing potential hazards in the workplace
- Developing and implementing effective health and safety policies and procedures
- Understanding the role of risk assessment in managing health and safety
- Understanding the importance of communication and training in promoting a safe and healthy work environment
- Developing an understanding of the human factors involved in health and safety, including human error, fatigue, and stress
Outcome
Assessed through a written assignment, this qualification demonstrates your ability to integrate health and safety into managerial responsibilities.
Career and Progression Prospects
Health and safety professionals are in high demand across construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and finance industries. Achieving these recognised qualifications will equip you for hands-on roles where you will create, implement, and improve workplace safety systems that protect employees and organisations.
Here are just a few roles you’ll be qualified to pursue:
Health & Safety Officer
Risk Assessor
Compliance Officer
Health & Safety Advisor
Health & Safety Coordinator
Safety Trainer
What You Could Earn
We want to help you achieve the best outcome in your studies so you can flourish in your desired path in health and safety.
Health & Safety Officer
per year
Health & Safety Advisor
per year
Health & Safety Manager
per year
Included with your course.
Stay on track with direct access to expert recommendations, general support, and answers to your questions throughout your CMI Level 3 Award studies. Kick-start your course with a 1:1 introductory session, followed by ongoing support and feedback for your assignments. You can also request additional live sessions with your tutor as needed.
Connect with a thriving community of certified health & safety tutors and current students to exchange essential course tips and industry-specific insights to help you along your journey.
Access pre-marking support before submitting your CMI Level 3 Award assignment. Work with an experienced tutor to review your work, explore specific areas that need improvement, and ensure your assignments meet the required standards before submission.
Get personalised interview coaching from qualified professionals who know what employers are looking for to secure your dream job!
While you can finish the course in less time, we still want you to study at your own pace with 12 months of full access to your course materials; giving you plenty of time to revisit the content whenever you need.
Stay motivated throughout your learning journey with a personal study coach who provides all the ad-hoc support you need to succeed in your certification.
After successful certification, our expert recruitment team will help you optimise your CV and LinkedIn profile to stand out to potential employers.
Get instant help when you need it! Our live chat team is always ready to assist with prompt, real-time responses and when not available, you’ll have an interactive 24/7 AI tutorbot standing by for immediate answers.
Health & Safety Career Programme
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions, and we have all the answers
While timelines vary, most learners secure their first role within three to six months of completing the programme. Your recruitment support team will guide you through CV optimisation, interview preparation, and targeted job applications to help you land your first position as quickly as possible.
A Health and Safety Officer ensures that workplaces are safe, compliant, and free from preventable hazards. They identify potential risks, implement control measures, conduct inspections, and provide training to help organisations maintain safe working environments.
This programme is ideal for career changers looking to move into health and safety, recent graduates seeking an entry-level role in the field, or professionals wanting to formalise their experience with recognised qualifications.
You will achieve three highly respected qualifications: IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH General Certificate and CMI Level 3 Award in Principles of Health and Safety in a Work Setting
IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH General Certificate are delivered by SHIelds (Association number 548).
Yes, the programme is delivered online through a flexible, self-paced learning format. This allows you to study at a time and pace that suits your schedule while still receiving full tutor support from SHIelds.
Most learners complete the full programme within 6 to 9 months, depending on their study commitment and personal schedule.
You will complete risk assessments and safety projects that mirror real workplace scenarios, allowing you to apply your learning to practical health and safety challenges.
All tutor support for the IOSH & NEBOSH courses is provided by SHIelds (Association number 548). The CMI Level 3 Award is fully supported by ITonlinelearning. In addition, you’ll receive access to our dedicated recruitment team, who will help you prepare for employment through coaching, CV support, and interview preparation.
No prior qualifications are required. However, a good standard of English and an interest in workplace safety and risk management will help you succeed in this programme.
You’ll receive feedback from your tutor and be given the opportunity to retake or resubmit the assessment. Our team is committed to supporting you until you achieve a successful outcome.
Yes. Recruitment support is an integral part of the programme. You’ll work with our career services team to prepare your CV, optimise your LinkedIn profile, and connect with employers seeking qualified health and safety professionals.
Our programme has an excellent track record, with numerous graduates successfully securing HR roles. Our students’ testimonials and success stories consistently demonstrate our effectiveness in facilitating successful career transitions.
We understand that funding your course is an important consideration, so we offer flexible payment options to make it as easy as possible for you to get started. You have a couple of convenient payment plan choices:
Interest-Free Instalments (In-House Financing): You can spread the cost of the course over manageable monthly payments with 0% interest. This internal financing option allows you to pay in chunks (for example, over 3, 6, or 12 months) without any extra fees. It’s a budget-friendly way to invest in your career by paying as you learn, rather than one large sum upfront. We’ll work with you to set up a plan that fits your budget, and approval is usually straightforward since it’s handled directly through us.
Premium Credit Financing: We also partner with Premium Credit to offer an extended financing option. If you prefer a longer-term payment plan or need a higher credit limit, Premium Credit can finance your course with monthly payments. This option is like a student loan, you apply through our partner, and upon approval, you can spread the payments over a longer period (conditions and any interest rates will be explained during the application). It’s another hassle-free alternative to paying a lump sum and can cover the course and exam fees together.
Both options are designed to be stress-free and help you get started on the course right away, rather than delaying your plans. Our career consultants can explain the details of each plan and help you choose the best one for your situation. No matter your budget, we want to support your learning journey, finances shouldn’t stand in the way of advancing your career. Feel free to reach out to us to discuss the payment plans; we’re here to help you find the ideal solution so you can focus on your studies with peace of mind.
Yes, if you have not completed the programme within the initial 12-month access period, you can extend your access for an additional 3–12 months for a fee. Please discuss this option with your Career Consultant (Subject to T&Cs).
Yes, we offer a comprehensive money-back guarantee. To qualify, you must pass all assignments on your first attempt within 6 months, actively engage with our recruitment team, and follow specific programme conditions. If you do not secure a suitable HR role within 12 months, we offer a refund of up to 90% of your study fees, excluding assessment costs.
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