Occupational Qualification: Safety, Health and Quality Practitioner
NQF Level 5 | SAQA ID: 99714 | Credits: 256
Take your career to the next level with the accredited Safety, Health and Quality Practitioner qualification. This comprehensive programme is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to manage workplace safety, health, and quality systems across various industries. With a National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 5 certification and 256 credits, this qualification is recognised nationally and provides a solid foundation for professional growth.
COURSE DURATION: 21 MONTHS
Secure your place in the Occupational Certificate: Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner course. If you are passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in the workplace, this is the course for you.
Gain comprehensive knowledge and essential skills to identify and effectively mitigate hazards, minimizing risks within designated work areas. As an integral part of the planning and implementation of operational occupational health and safety management systems, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the welfare of all individuals.
Join us in creating a healthier and safer tomorrow. Don’t wait any longer – enroll now and become a valued asset in promoting workplace safety. Your journey towards making a positive impact starts here.
Studying this course may
be a good option if you want to:
Carry out basic assessments of communities, household groups, and individuals;
Provide basic health education and referrals for a wide range of services; and
Support and assist in navigating the health and social services system.
Subjects covered:
- Conduct assessment of the social, physical, and economic dynamics in communities.
- Conduct household assessments and identify those at risk of health-related issues (including impairments in health status).
- Provide information, education and support for healthy behaviours and appropriate home care.
- Provide psychosocial support.
- Identify and manage minor health problems.
This occupational category and professional designation fits into the restructuring plan of the health system in South Africa, and this qualification will play an integral part of the strategy. It will form the basis for the appointment requirements of all community health workers that will be employed by the various government departments, and these community health workers will form part of the primary health care outreach teams.
These teams are composed of a professional nurse, environmental health and health promotion practitioners, as well as 4-5 community health workers. Obtaining the Occupational Certificate: Health Promotion Officer could therefore be highly beneficial if you aspire to work in this field.
Subjects covered:
Knowledge Modules (76 credits)
- KM-01: Fundamentals of occupational health and safety
- KM-02: Fundamentals of communication
- KM-03: Occupational health and safety applications
- KM-04: Occupational health and safety management
- KM-05: Operations management and supervision
Work Experience Modules (118 credits)
- WM-01: Exposure to the workplace examination processes
- WM-02: Exposure to the processes of representing the occupational health and safety needs of employees
- WM-03: Exposure to occupational risk management processes
- WM-04: Exposure to the processes of selecting, appointing and managing occupational health and safety representatives
- WM-05: Exposure to the processes of developing and implementing occupational health and safety systems
- WM-06: Exposure to the processes of monitoring and improving occupational health and safety systems
Practical Skill Modules (62 credits)
- PM-01: Represent the needs of employees about occupational health and safety matters
- PM-02: Inspect workplaces, identify hazards and risks and take immediate action to ensure health and safety in the workplace
- PM-03: Consult with employees and raise their needs and issues
- PM-04: Inspect workplaces and environments to identify the occupational health and safety hazards and determine the risks associated with the work
- PM-05: Coordinate the work activities of occupational health and safety representatives
- PM-06: Develop a risk profile and legal register for a designated work area
- PM-07: Establish, maintain and improve the health and safety documentation and reporting systems, controls and processes
- PM-08: Advise on the establishment maintenance and improvement of emergency response and preparedness
- PM-09: Manage the effectiveness of operational occupational health and safety systems
Assessment and Award:
Students are required to complete the following:
- 5 theoretical assignments
- 9 practical assignments
- 6 workplace assignments
Eligibility requirements for the external summative assessment:
In order to qualify for the external summative assessment, learners must have a copy of a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience as well as proof of successful completion of the Knowledge Modules and Practical Skills Modules.
Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded an Occupational Certificate: Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner from the QCTO.
Job Opportunities
- Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Practitioner
- Quality Assurance Officer
- Compliance Coordinator
- Health and Safety Officer
- Occupational Health Specialist
- Risk Management Advisor
- Quality Systems Auditor
Salary Range
Entry-level Safety, Health and Quality Practitioners can expect to earn between R180,000 and R300,000 per annum, while experienced professionals with specialised expertise may earn upwards of R400,000 to R600,000 per annum, depending on industry and location. This qualification opens doors to various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, mining, healthcare, and government.
Invest in your future and become a key player in fostering safe, healthy, and high-quality work environments across South Africa and beyond.
2026/27 FEES STRUCTURE
Duration 21 months EISA Exams will be written in June/July 2028
| FULL TIME AND PART TIME | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee (Non-refundable) | R600 |
| Admission fee (Non – Refundable) Include , A pair of Uniform, Name Tag Student card, and Modules for the first Se-mister. |
R2400 |
| Monthly R1300 x 21 Includes Textbooks (Modules) for the second and Third semester |
R25200 |
| Practical fee Includes a Practical Kit |
R2000 |
| Total |
R30600 |
| Cash fee |
R27540 |
ORIENTATION AND COMMENCENT OF CLASSES.
| Braamfontein Campus | Pretoria Campus | |
|---|---|---|
| Orientation day New Students | ||
| Occupation Health and Safety Practitioner: NQF Level 5 | 20/07/2026 | 20/07/2026 |
| Classes Commence Continuing Students | ||
| Occupation Health and Safety Practitioner: NQF Level 5 | 21/07/2026 | 21/07/2026 |
STUDY BY CORRESPONDENCE OR ONLINE
Please note that There are set dates for QCTO EISA exams per course
and every student must present himself or herself to write the EISA exams
They are normally written in June/July 2028
Duration 21 months
| CORRESPONDENCE FEES/ONLINE | ||
|---|---|---|
| PAYMENT PLAN | ||
| Registration Fee (Non-refundable) | R600 | R600 |
| Admission fee (Non – Refundable) Include ,books (Modules) for the first Se-mister. |
R1950 | R1950 |
| 16 monthly instalments include modules for the second and third semesters | R1150 x 19 | R21850 |
| Practical fee Include a Practical KIT | R2000 | |
| Total | R | |
| Cash fee | R26400 |