This course is Nationally Recognised Training.
BSB41419
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Students who undertake this course will be able to harness their skills and knowledge in leading and guiding their colleagues or teams through a variety of work health and safety tasks in their workplace. This course assesses a student’s essential information about laws, regulations, risk assessment and management of work health and safety processes. It extends this understanding by also looking at how a student has demonstrated identifying and helping their workplace comply with work health and safety laws and contribute to workplace safety management systems and processes.
Earn your Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety with OPEC College!
Elevate your competitiveness in Work Health and Safety (WHS) with the BSB41419 Certificate IV program offered through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This comprehensive course is designed to harness your existing knowledge and experience, fast-tracking your journey towards a nationally recognized qualification. Whether you’re a seasoned WHS professional seeking formal recognition or a skilled worker looking to step into the realm of workplace safety, this RPL pathway offers a streamlined approach. Leverage your on-the-job insights, previous training, and real-world accomplishments to attain the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic field of WHS.
Our RPL assessment process is tailored to your unique background, ensuring a seamless transition into this program. Gain insights from industry experts, case studies, and practical scenarios. Take charge of your WHS career journey today – embark on the BSB41419 Certificate IV through RPL and open
doors to new horizons in workplace health and safety.
How to Achieve the Qualification
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Personalised to your needs, available on all OPEC College qualifications
If you believe you already have the knowledge and skills to achieve this qualification we encourage you to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
RPL can provide you with nationally recognised qualifications through converting your existing skills, knowledge and experience, gained through prior work or study, into formal competencies. Gain qualifications simply through providing evidence of relevant knowledge and skills you have gained through previous work.
Free skills assessment
Fill in our pre-assessment form and we'll give you the guidance you need for the next steps to achieving your career and qualification goals.
Evidence portfolio and review
We work with you to provide evidence and we conduct gap training if needed
You're now qualified!
Your new certifications are Nationally recognised and issued by our Registered Training Organisation (RTO). You are now ready to pursue your new career opportunities!
Our RPL Process
Course Details and Structure
RPL is achieved at your own pace with our support for your evidence gathering process. This is typically completed within 2 to 4 weeks.
- Nationally Recognised Training, accredited with ASQA under the Australian Training Framework
*We have open enrollment which means you can start whenever you are ready.
Units that will be assessed
Total number of units = 10 (5 core units plus 5 elective units)
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
- BSBINS401 Analyse and present research information
- BSBWHS417 Assist with managing WHS implications of return to work
- BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes
- BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in a team environment
- BSBLDR411 Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
NOTE: The elective unit options listed represent the OPEC College approved elective unit options offered. This is a reduced list from the qualification packaging rules specified electives list. If you would like an elective unit that is not included in this list, please speak to your Trainer/Assessor.
Work Outcomes & Career Pathways
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Course Fees
- Full RPL Achieved – $1295.00
Enrolment fee of $500 and the balance may be paid upon completion.
Payment Options
A range of flexible payment plans are available and can be set up at the enrolment stage.
Current government funding models possibly available to OPEC College students are found on the Funding page, click here for more information.
Entry Requirements
Formal Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however please read through the following information to assess if you have the English language and literacy skills necessary to successfully complete this course.
Pathways
Due to the ASCF core skills of learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy involved in this course, it is suggested that you have successfully completed year 12 or have completed a Certificate III.
Enrolment Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Testing
If you cannot meet any of the above suggested entry requirements, which are a guide only and not mandatory, and you would still like to enrol into this course, it is a procedure during our enrolment process to email everyone a link to participate in a short online LLN test that will check your current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills and from these results, allow us to offer you the necessary support needed, if any, to help you successfully complete this course.
Technical Requirements
Please see the technical requirements below, as you will need access to a modern personal computer and the internet to study this course. In addition, you will need to be able to use this computer, including basic word processing, use of Microsoft Office software and electronic communication platforms and internet search engines.
Windows PC / Laptop / Tablet: Windows 7 (or higher) • Latest version of Chrome • Microsoft Office (2010 or higher) • Latest Flash Player • Latest Adobe PDF Reader
Apple Mac: Mac OS X 10.6 (or higher) • Latest version of Chrome or Safari • Microsoft Office for Mac (2010 or higher) • Latest Flash Player • Latest Adobe PDF Reader
Android: Android latest version • Latest version of Chrome
iPhone & iPad: iOS latest version • Latest version of Chrome (*Students using an iPad or iPhone will need to upload documents from a Laptop, PC or have a Dropbox account)