Course Content
This qualification is designed to build the strategic capabilities required for senior-level responsibility in health and safety governance, risk mitigation, and compliance.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- Gain the knowledge, understanding, and leadership skills required to perform effectively in senior HSE roles.
- Engage in specialist study relevant to your current position or future career progression in health and safety management.
- Apply new strategies and best practices immediately to strengthen workplace safety performance and organisational resilience.
- Learn from a curriculum aligned with international standards and the latest developments in occupational health and safety legislation and governance.
OTHM qualifications are fully approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and recognised by Qualifications Wales, ensuring internationally recognised credibility. Renowned for equipping learners with practical skills across a wide range of industries, including Business, Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality, Health and Social Care, IT, Accounting and Finance, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management, OTHM qualifications prepare professionals for real-world success.
OTHM also provides strong pathways for academic progression. Learners completing Level 3–7 qualifications are eligible for advanced entry into undergraduate top-up degrees or Master’s programmes at several UK universities, opening doors to global career and education opportunities.
- Regulated by Ofqual
- Recognised by World Education Services (WES)
This course is for health and safety practitioners and aspiring senior HSE managers with foundational knowledge or experience in occupational health and safety.
No formal qualifications are necessary to enrol in this course; however you must meet the following criteria:
- Be 18 years of age and over
- Have some experience or a previous Level 6 qualification (preferably in health and safety or a related field)
- Possess the ability to complete a Level 7 course
Our committed admissions advisors are ready to offer personalised advice that aligns with your career aspirations and professional objectives, ensuring that this course effectively supports your growth as a leader.
Assessments include a written assignment of 3500-4000 words for each module, which provides an excellent chance for in-depth learning. There are no exams.
To succeed, you should carefully read the assignment brief and understand the requirements before starting your assignment. This helps improve understanding and encourages personal reflection and growth.
To pass each module, you must meet all the requirements outlined in the assessment criteria and achieve all the learning outcomes.
Completing the OTHM Level 7 International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management provides a strong platform for continued professional and academic progression. Successful learners can:
- Pursue a Master’s degree (MSc top-up or MBA top-up) by completing a dissertation stage with an accredited university.
- Advance into senior HSE leadership roles, using the strategic competencies and regulatory expertise gained through this qualification.
