BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

RPL OR COURSE?

RPL

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process that can be completed in a short time frame. It's based on skills, knowledge and evidence you have already acquired over the years to meet the requirements for the qualification.

Evidence for RPL may include:

• Proven work experience
• Life experiences (including voluntary work and leisure pursuits)
• Previous study (Qualifications, industry training, professional development programs or units)
• References from qualified persons

RPL can be conducted via online delivery and through workplace training.

If a student fails to demonstrate competency in some units required to gain the qualification, Gap Training is used to gain competency in those units. It can be customised to suit the individual client needs. Refer to the FEES tab for the number of Gap Training units included (if needed) in your RPL fee and any additional fees.

3 months enrolment period to complete RPL.

Course

A Course is a process that can be completed in a longer time frame. It’s designed for those who have little or no previous experience in this field of qualification. The course will help train you to achieve the required skills and knowledge needed to gain this qualification.

Course training requires access to a workplace and tools. Please check the student handbook for the list of resources required for each unit of competency. If you require access to a workplace, you will need to inform National Skills prior to enrolment so we can arrange access to a workplace for you.

This Course can be conducted via online delivery and through workplace training.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This qualification provides you with the skills required in work health and safety roles across a range of industries.

Individuals in these roles help manage workplace risks, apply WHS laws and procedures, and support safe work practices. They may also provide guidance to others and contribute to improving safety outcomes in the workplace.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Occupational titles may include:

• Health and Safety Officer
• Safety Inspector
• Safety Supervisor

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Total number of units = Ten (10)

• Five (5) core units
• Five (5) elective units

Core Units of Competency

• BSBWHS412 Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws
• BSBWHS413 Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes
• BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
• BSBWHS415 Contribute to implementing WHS management systems
• BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response

Elective Units of Competency

• BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors
• BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
• BSBWRT411 Write complex documents
• BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments
• BSBWHS513 Lead WHS risk management

COURSE / QUAL RECOGNITION

BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

This qualification provides a nationally recognised outcome for individuals working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace.

Licensing Requirements:

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification.

What are the Pathways:

After successful attainment of this qualification, many in the WHS industry go onto upgrading to other qualifications such as:

• BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety

FEES

RPL - AUD $2500

• $1500 on enrolment and $1000 upon completion
• Students have 3 months to provide their evidence.
• 4 Gap Training units are included at no extra charge (if required).
• Additional Gap Training units are available for $250 each.
• Students residing overseas incur an additional RPL fee of $1000.

Course - AUD $2700

We offer the course via a payment plan. This allows you to pay in instalments as you progress through the 5 modules of the course over 12 months. Further time extension can be requested at a cost of $180 per month.

Here’s how it works:

1. Enrol Online: Complete the enrolment online and a staff member will be in contact to approve your enrolment.
2. Initial Payment: Once approved, an initial payment of $1500 is due to secure your online training module to begin the course.
3. Subsequent Payments: The remaining balance will be divided into instalments, which are due at the start of each new module thereafter.
4. Total Balance: The price of the course payment plan is $2700 and will be paid in full by the time you reach the final module.

This structure allows you to pay as you learn and ensures you can continue progressing without requiring full payment upfront.