Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Overview
BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) roles who provide a broad range of technical knowledge and skills, and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.
The qualification applies to those 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 in known or changing contexts with established parameters.
In this qualification you will learn:
- Australian Standards and relevant regulations and legislation
- Risk assessment and hazard control
- WHS management systems
- WHS consultation and participation processes (identifying participants, reviewing procedures, ascertaining training needs, communicating data, developing improvement initiatives)
- WHS leadership skills
- Incident response procedures
- Assisting in incident investigations
- Managing claims and implementing rehabilitation / return-to-work programs
- Establishing, reviewing and evaluating WHS measures and initiatives
Construction Skills QLD (CSQ) Funding
Asset College is approved to deliver the Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety under the Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding for eligible participants. For more information or to determine your eligibility please visit our CSQ page.
If you are a construction industry employee and wish to apply for funding you can do so by clicking ‘Submit Funding Application’ on the right hand side bar.
Course Outcomes
One course offers many courses of action and pathways for you.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (BSB41419).
Possible job outcomes may include:
- Work Health and Safety Coordinator
- Work Health and Safety Officer
- Work Health and Safety Representative
Entry Requirements
What do I need before I start?
There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course.
You will however require intermediate English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.
Before commencing this course, you will be required to undertake an Online LLN ASSESSMENT. You can complete this higher level LLN test here now!
If you are completing the course via an online or RPL delivery mode, you will need access to a computer with word processing, PDF reader capabilities and an internet connection.
What will I need to provide to enrol?
- Enrolment Form
- USI
- Photo Identification
- Completion of LLN assessment
- Copies of previous qualifications
- Payment
Units of Competency
To complete this course you must demonstrate competency in a total of 10 units. These units have been selected to give you the most comprehensive overview of work health and safety requirements at a supervisory level.
Core units
- 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*
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BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work
- BSBWHS418 Assist with managing WHS compliance of contractors
- BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
- BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment
- BSBMGT401 Show leadership in the workplace
You can view the full list of units available to study within this qualification on training.gov.au.
*If you wish to change one or more of your elective units please contact us. While we endeavour to be able to provide all options, changes to elective units cannot be guaranteed. The cost for custom unit packaging is $500 per qualification for full study or $250 for RPL.
Delivery Options
Standard Online Delivery
1 unit per month for up to 12 months. Includes regular contact with a trainer. Should allow 20 – 25 hours per week to study.
Accelerated Learning
For people with prior knowledge, skills or qualifications. 2 units per month for up to 6 months. Should allow 30 – 40 hours per week to study.
Assessment Only / RPL
For people with evidence of their extensive experience.
We aim to have all RPL assessments finalised within 12 weeks but it is usually much quicker. The actual timeframe depends on the course you are seeking RPL for, how long it takes you to supply the evidence and how long it takes us to verify your evidence.
You can complete our Free Skills Assessment right now to determine if this is the right option for you.
Custom Enrolment
If you wish to customise your course, change your elective units or study load please contact us to request an individual learning plan.
The number of hours outlined is a guide only and each individual will learn at a different pace. Students may request an extension or submit their assessments early as required to suit their individual learning needs.
Pathways
After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:
- BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety
- BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management or;
- Other relevant Diploma qualifications
Course Fees
Course Fees
This qualification is available through online study or RPL. You can also opt to complete some units by RPL and some units through online study.
Online Study – $2700
RPL – $1600
Payment Options
Online Study
1. Pay as you go
Pay for each unit of your course as you commence it. Please view our Course Fees brochure to see first payment required plus fee per unit for your specific qualification.
2. zipMoney
Up to 6 months interest free on zipMoney. Best for people with an existing zipMoney account.
3. Study Pay
Interest free weekly or fortnightly instalments. Best for people looking for a low-fee direct deposit payment plan option.
RPL
Individualised quotes will be discussed with our RPL Manager after submission of a free skills assessment. Please read the full outline on our RPL process here.
1. 2 split payments
Pay 50% of the course fees to begin your RPL, with 50% due on completion before your certificate is issued.
2. zipMoney or Study Pay payment plans (as outlined above).
Construction Skills QLD (CSQ) Funding
Available for eligible participants in the construction industry.
View Construction Skills QLD Funding pricing and requirements here.
Other Information
Please read our Course Fees and Refund policy here.
Extension Request Fees
Should you require an extension on your study, the following applies:
| Full Qualification | ||
| One Month | $150 | |
| Six Months | $300 | |
| Single Unit | ||
| One Month | $50 | |
| Six Months | $150 |
Assessment Re-Submission Fees
Should you be deemed not competent after 2 attempts at a unit of competency, an assessment re-submission fee of $50 will apply per assessment.
Re-Enrolment
Should you wish to cancel your course or your enrolment is cancelled by us due to no progress and you then wish to re-enrol, a re-enrolment fee of 25% of the standard course fee will apply if requested within 3 months of initial cancellation. If re-enrolment is requested within 4 – 12 months of initial cancellation, 50% of the standard course fee will apply.
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