Level 3
Technical Certificate
OTHM Level 3 Technical Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
34 credits 340 hrs TQT Online
Subject pathway
Occupational Health and Safety courses
4 Occupational Health and Safety qualifications from Qualifi and OTHM, Level 3 to Level 6, all studied online. Progress one level at a time.
Level 3
1 qualificationsLevel 5
1 qualifications
Level 5
Extended Diploma
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
240 credits Online
Level 6
2 qualifications
Level 6
Certificate
OTHM Level 6 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
4 months Online
Level 6
Diploma
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
4 months Online
Frequently asked questions
Which Occupational Health and Safety qualifications are listed?
HRCourses lists 4 Occupational Health and Safety qualifications from Qualifi and OTHM at Level 3, Level 5, Level 6, all studied online.
Which Occupational Health and Safety level should I start at?
Start at the level matching your current qualifications and experience: Level 3 with GCSEs or equivalent, Level 4 after Level 3 or A-levels, Level 5 after Level 4, Level 6 after Level 5, Level 7 with a degree or senior experience.
Are these Occupational Health and Safety qualifications recognised?
Yes. Qualifi and OTHM qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications; EduQual qualifications are credit-rated for the SCQF. Each course page links to the awarding body's own specification.
How are Occupational Health and Safety courses assessed?
By written assignments for each unit, set against the awarding body's unit specifications and externally quality-assured by the awarding body; there are no exams.
Can I progress from one Occupational Health and Safety level to the next?
Yes. Completing a level gives you the credits to enrol on the next level in Occupational Health and Safety, up to Level 6 among the qualifications listed here.
Not sure which level fits?
Tell us your background and we will point you to the right HR qualification and awarding body.
Last reviewed 26 October 2026Source: Qualifi and OTHM qualification specifications